Appellate Practice
Jun. 15, 2011
Cops Not Liable in Child’s Killing, Court Rules
Los Angeles Special Weapons and Tactics officers who accidentally shot and killed 19-month-old Suzie Lopez in July 2005 did not use unreasonable force and cannot be held liable for her death, a 2nd District Court of Appeal panel held on Monday.
By John Roemer
Daily Journal Staff Writer
Los Angeles Special Weapons and Tactics officers who accidentally shot and killed 19-month-old Suzie Lopez in July 2005 did not use unreasonable force and cannot be held liable for her death, a 2nd District Court of Appeal panel held on Monday.
The officers shot the girl in trying to rescue her from her armed father as he held her hostage and used her as a shield. The decision affirmed Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge ...
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