Wednesday, December 04, 2019

25 CO's in Baltimore Charged with excessive force

CBS News is reporting that 25 Corrections Officers in the Maryland State Prison system have been charged with excessive force.

All were part of the 'tactical unit.' As most readers of this blog know the tactical unit is called in to put down inmate unrest, perform cell extractions, etc.

I don't know anything more than CBS is providing, but I do know use of force isn't pretty and inmates that require the tactical unit are violent.

These CO's, like all accused are entitled to due process.

Fortunately the prosecutor is Baltimore City Attorney Marilyn Mosby, of the Freddie Gray case fame. Which if you remember all charges were dropped against the officers accused by her.

Being a CO is a tough job. Even performing your duties can lead to being charged.
I hope thses guys have a good legal plan like MNPEA has!

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