Kansas City Police Pay $14M in Settlements, Seeking Budget Boost
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Kansas City Police Department faced a financial strain last year, paying out nearly fourteen million dollars in legal settlements, mostly from wrongful death suits and discrimination claims. High-profile cases like the shooting by former officer Blayne Newton and the exoneration of Ricky Kidd resulted in significant payouts. Community activists demand more oversight and reforms before increasing the departments budget. The department is implementing new training and HR practices to reduce future risks. Mayor Quinton Lucas proposes a budget hike and an ordinance for better control over big payouts.
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