The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that the family of Lolomania Lolo Soakai can proceed with a civil rights lawsuit against Oakland police officers following a fatal unauthorized chase in 2022. The court found that the police did not have qualified immunity in this case, as their actions displayed a deliberate intent to harm and a failure to provide necessary medical assistance post-accident. This decision underscores the accountability of law enforcement in potentially dangerous pursuits and aims to protect the rights of affected individuals.
The Ninth Circuit Court's ruling affirms that police officers can be held accountable for their conduct in unauthorized pursuits that cause harm to bystanders.
The Soakai family's claim highlights the dangers of police chases, emphasizing constitutional violations and the officers' alleged negligence in not providing aid after the crash.
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