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Sheriff says he is ‘ashamed’ after five of his former deputies plead guilty to torture of two Black men (edition.cnn.com)

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A Mississippi sheriff said he was “ashamed” and apologized after five of his former deputies pleaded guilty to charges related to the torture of two Black men.

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[–] Fredselfish@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

He is ashamed they got caught. He knew goddamm well this was going on and didn't care.

[–] Repossess6855@lemmy.dbzer0.com 1 points 1 year ago

I’d have a very very difficult time believing 5 persons could all maintain a lie, and collaborate to keep it covered up, and not under the watchful eye of their superior. Completely agree.