Family of man killed by Houston Co. Sheriff's deputies sues
In the lawsuit, Matthew Deese's family claims that he had a cell phone in his hand, not a gun when he was shot and killed by Houston County deputies.
Source: 13wmaz.com
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Widow of man shot to death by Houston County sheriff's deputies files wrongful death suit
The woman said her husband was not armed and posed no threat to the officers.
Source: yahoo.com
Marietta police launch mental health unit. Could more pop up statewide?
A new co-responder program began in April, allowing a licensed clinician to work alongside one of the department’s officers.
Source: ajc.com
Marietta PD launches mental health unit: Could more pop up statewide?
The Cobb County Police Department started a program in 2019 called the Partnership for Assistance, Treatment & Health. It aims to reduce the mentally ill population in jails, de-escalate dangerous encounters with police and decrease additional mental health crises. It’s become a model, with Marietta launching its own program in recent weeks.
Source: gpb.org
Georgia prosecutor won't charge deputy in 2022 shooting
A middle Georgia prosecutor says he won’t pursue criminal charges against a sheriff’s deputy who in February 2022 shot and killed a man who had been reported as suicidal
Source: wtxl.com