The family of an Ottawa man who was shocked with a stun gun, beaten and arrested by police then later released in a case of what the force called "mistaken identity" has hired a lawyer to explore reaching a possible resolution with the city.
"Join the BADC, McCarthy Tetrault, and the Black Legal Action Centre in a new Class Action Lawsuit against Carding by Toronto Police. Seek justice for victims and support transparency and accountability. Your voice matters!"
The Black Legal Action Centre (BLAC) and McCarthy Tétrault LLP have commenced a class action against the Toronto Police Service for the practice of Carding,