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Rankin County deputies accused of torturing two Black men fired
SUMMARY: The Rankin County deputies who allegedly beat and tortured two Black men in January 2023 have been fired. The deputies were initially on administrative leave, but were terminated after findings from an internal investigation. A $400 million lawsuit has been filed on behalf of the victims, seeking damages for the alleged abuse. The lawsuit details the misconduct that took place on the night of January 24, including one victim being shot in the mouth. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigations is conducting an independent investigation, and the U.S. Department of Justice is also investigating. The Sheriff's department is taking actions to restore public trust and ensure compliance with the law.
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