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Baltimore Cops May Soon Be Liable for Payouts to Victims of Police Brutality
In a move that may finally break up the stronghold of protection that blankets police officers when accused of brutality or death, the city of Baltimore has instated a new policy that may make officers liable for payouts to victims. The Forward Observer reports that the Baltimore police union recently sent an email to members…
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Trial Begins for Members of Heroin Ring Said to Be Protected by Baltimore Police Officers
A federal trial began Monday that was expected to include testimony from a Baltimore detective who prosecutors say protected a deadly heroin ring. Detective Momodu Gondo, known as “Poppy” to the members of the drug crew, pleaded guilty last week to federal charges of racketeering and conspiracy to distribute at least 100 grams of heroin, according…