$10M
Civil Rights, Wrongful Death
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Case Details
Settlement in the death of Jamal Sutherland, a mentally ill Black man, while in custody at Charleston County jail. Deputies used tasers and force, leading to his death. The settlement was approved by Charleston County Council.
Additional Notes
Charleston County paid $8 million, Sheriff's Office and North Charleston Police Department each paid $1 million. Deputies involved were fired. Mark Peper represented the Sutherland family. Also reported by Yahoo News, USA Today, and New York Times.