Case Result
$6M
Wrongful Death, Police Misconduct, Civil Rights
2015
El Paso, TX
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Case Details
A wrongful death settlement was reached for the family of Christopher Torres, who was shot by an APD officer in 2011. The family argued Torres was shot while on his stomach, contradicting police claims.
Additional Notes
Initial award in June 2014, officially settled for $6 million in May 2015 after a federal civil rights trial. Part of the settlement amount was to be donated to local mental health organizations.
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