Kate Brumback

April 18, 2023 | Daily Report Online

"It's clear to me that it's time, past time, to clean house," Sheriff Pat Labat said in a news release, adding that he decided changes were necessary after reviewing preliminary evidence in the internal investigation into the September death of Lashawn Thompson, 35.

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

3 minute read

April 14, 2023 | Daily Report Online

"This was a deplorable situation. The cell he was in was not fit for a diseased animal," said Lashawn Thompson's attorney, Michael Harper said, holding up a photos of a cell with a dirty toilet and trash strewn on the floor.

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

3 minute read

March 14, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Before he was sentenced, Victor Hill told the judge: "My intent was never to harm or injure anybody. My intent was only for safety, proactive safety."

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

5 minute read

March 14, 2023 | Daily Report Online

A jury in October convicted Victor Hill—who was sheriff of Clayton County, just south of Atlanta—on six of seven federal charges against him. Prosecutors recommended in a sentencing memo filed with the court that he serve three years and 10 months in prison, while defense attorneys are asking for a sentence of probation, home confinement and a fine.

By Kate Brumback  | The Associated Press

4 minute read

February 23, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Drew Findling and Jennifer Little said that despite having concerns about the panel's proceedings from the start, they kept quiet out of respect for the grand jury process. But they said revelations offered by foreperson Emily Kohrs this week compelled them to speak up.

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

5 minute read

February 21, 2023 | Daily Report Online

In an interview with the Associated Press, Emily Kohrs, the Fulton County grand jury foreperson, gave insights on the proceedings.

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

7 minute read

February 16, 2023 | Daily Report Online

The panel recommended that the district attorney "seek appropriate indictments for such crimes where the evidence is compelling." But the report does not name the people who are alleged to have lied.

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

4 minute read

February 13, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney announced the decision on Monday, three weeks after hearing arguments from prosecutors, who urged the report be kept secret until they decide on charges, and a coalition of media organizations, which pressed for its release.

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

3 minute read

January 30, 2023 | Daily Report Online

"I expect to see indictments in Fulton County before I see any federal indictments," said Clark Cunningham, a Georgia State University law professor.

By Kate Brumback and Eric Tucker | The Associated Press

7 minute read

January 24, 2023 | Daily Report Online

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney said he was considering whether to release the report after hearing arguments from prosecutors, who urged it be kept secret until they decide whether to file any charges, and a coalition of media organizations, which pressed for its release.

By Kate Brumback | The Associated Press

5 minute read