Tuesday, Dec. 1, Baltimore officer, William G. Porter, will be the first of the six officers to go on trial for the death, which was ruled a homicide, of 25-year-old Freddie Gray. Among potential jurors, many were dismissed due to their knowledge of the case, or opinions on many topics related to the case. Judge Barry G. Williams of Baltimore City Circuit Court asked the diverse groups questions relating to race, police officer’s treatment of citizens in their community and nationally, the city-wide curfew set by Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake back in April, the lawsuit settlement that Baltimore city agreed to pay Gray’s family, and more. For the latter, remaining potentials claimed to have no knowledge (which does not make any sense to me). With this part of trial behind all involved, the trial for the first officer will begin. Find out more below.
The Family Of Freddie Gray Will Gain $6.4 Million From Baltimore City In Civil Case
A week after the pre-trial hearing begins, accusing six officers in the death of Freddie Gray, the city releases a press statement to announce their tentative settlement with Gray’s family. Find out more after the jump.
Pre-Trial Hearing Of Accused Officers In The Death Freddie Gray Begins
The pre-trail hearing for six officers accused of murdering Freddie Gray, 25, begins today [Sept.1]. Caesar R. Goodson Jr., the driver of the police van in which Gray was injured, is charged with second-degree depraved-heart murder while the others face manslaughter and second-degree assault. Judge Barry Glenn Williams listens to arguments of dismissal due to the actions of State’s Attorney Marilyn J. Mosby. Attorneys argue for dismissal due to statements made by Mosby when announcing the charges against the officers. Her role in the independent investigation of Gray’s death have “tainted the pool of potential jurors for their trial,” according to the Baltimore Sun. Find out more down bottom.
(Video) Cast Of The Wire Reunites To Give A Voice To Citizens Of Baltimore
HBO’s crime masterpiece series is probably the most associated piece of entertainment to the city of Baltimore. Cast Of The Wire Reunites To Give A Voice To Citizens Of Baltimore . Hop into the post to check out some videos and all the details about Cast Of The Wire Reunites To Give A Voice To Citizens Of Baltimore. #IFWT!
Officers Charged In The Death Of Freddie Gray Pleads Not Guilty + Trial Date Has Been Set
Judge Barry G. Williams will oversea the trial for six Baltimore officers – Officers Caesar R. Goodson Jr., William G. Porter, Edward M. Nero, Garrett E. Miller, along with Sgt. Alicia D. White, and Lt. Brian W. Rice – charged in the death of 25-year-old Freddie Gray. A trial date has been set, following a plea of not guilty from the six. Drop down bottom for more.
(Photos) Beyoncé, Jay Z & More Visit The Families Of Mike Brown & Freddie Gray During Baltimore Rally Concert
Following 25-year-old Freddie’s Gray’s death, at the hands of six Baltimore police officers, citizens and celebrities of all kind spread love for the city of rioting. Music icon, Prince recorded the track “Baltimore” dedicated to the city, and made the announcement that he would perform during a Baltimore Rally Concert. The concert that took place over the weekend, was streamed via the new digital live music service, TIDAL, which is most likely what brought out Jay Z and Beyoncé for the festivities. The two lovebirds, along with Bey’s mother, Tina Knowles Lawson and well-known philanthropist Alicia Keys also showed up to the event to meet Gray and fallen Ferguson, MO teen Mike Brown’s parents. Hit the jump for more.
