Jane Doe, a minor, by and through her Guardian ad Litem, Wilfred Scott v. Ryan Gill, Anthony Morgan, City of San Leandro
Published: Nov. 10, 2012 | Result Date: May 29, 2012 | Filing Date: Jan. 1, 1900 |Case number: 11-cv-04759(CW) Settlement – $50,000
Facts
Decedent was driving her vehicle when a vehicle driven by police caused her to hit a parked car. Police then shot decedent after the collision, killing her. Plaintiffs sued Defendants, alleging claims of wrongful death, violation of due process, and violation of Decedent's right to be free from unreasonable search and seizure.
Contentions
PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS:
Plaintiff, a minor and the daughter of Decedent, contended that Decedent was unconscious in the car when police decided to shoot her. Plaintiffs also contended that police lied about Decedent using her vehicle as a weapon and about decedent fleeing with stolen beer in order to justify their use of force.
DEFENDANTS' CONTENTIONS:
Defendants contended that the use of force was justified because Decedent might have used her vehicle as a weapon.
Result
Settlement in the amount of $50,000.
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