New York State Reaches $24M Settlement in Fatal Prison Incident
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Updated Sep 21
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What happened
Robert Brooks' family has reached a $24 million settlement with New York State regarding his death. Brooks was fatally beaten by several officers at Marcy Correctional Facility after arriving in December 2024. The state has agreed to this settlement following the incident, which was captured on body-worn camera video.
From 13wham.com
Why it matters
The settlement is reportedly the largest in the nation for a prison death case. The family stated that the push for prison reform continues despite the financial resolution.
From 13wham.com
Who's involved
- BrooksLocation where the fatal prison beating occurred.
- David KingsleyConvicted of murder in the incident.
- New YorkThe state involved in the settlement regarding the fatal prison beating.
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The entities involved
- Brooks
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David Kingsley
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New York
state of the United States of America