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09-08-2025
Louisiana to pay $9 million to man shot by state trooper during traffic stop
BATON ROUGE, La. -- Louisiana authorities have agreed to pay $9 million to a man who was partially paralyzed from the waist down after a trooper shot him in the back during a 2018 traffic stop in Baton Rouge and then falsely reported it as a Taser discharge. The settlement reached last month is among the largest of its kind in state history and resolves a federal lawsuit by Clifton 'Scotty' Dilley, whose injuries confined him to a wheelchair when he was 19. The terms of the settlement, which were not made public, were provided to The Associated Press by a person with direct knowledge who was not authorized to disclose them and spoke on condition of anonymity. The shooting was mentioned in a U.S. Justice Department report this year that found Louisiana State Police used excessive force during arrests and vehicle pursuits. State police fired Trooper Kasha Domingue after determining she shot Dilley 'without any reliable justification,' failed to activate her body-worn camera and gave inconsistent accounts that were contradicted by surveillance video. The agency also found that her misreporting the incident as a tasing 'delayed the appropriate responses to the shooting,' according to records reviewed by AP. Domingue's explanation for opening fire evolved over the years. Court records show that she alternatively claimed she mistook her firearm for a Taser, pulled the trigger by accident or said the shooting was justified because she feared for her life. Dilley was a passenger in the vehicle that was pulled over. He said the trooper never ordered him to stop fleeing before shooting. Moments after he was struck, he told Domingue he had lost feeling below his waist. 'I was like, 'What's wrong with my legs?'' Dilley said in a deposition. 'She says, 'It's a Taser aftereffect. It will wear off.'' In fact, a bullet struck Dilley's spine. Domingue's initial account fell apart quickly. She told investigators Dilley ran around the stopped vehicle and reached inside it before charging toward her. That claim was contradicted by surveillance video from a nearby store that clearly showed the unarmed man running away from the trooper. 'If that camera wasn't there I don't know how this would've turned out,' Dilley said in the deposition. 'What happened to me that night will forever change my life,' said Dilley, who was represented by former U.S. attorney and Louisiana congressman Don Cazayoux. Dilley said he hopes the 'case will effect change within the state police that will keep this from ever happening again.' An attorney for Domingue, Louis Oubre, declined to comment, as did the state Attorney General's Office. The $9 million settlement is among the largest ever paid in Louisiana in a case involving police violence. Baton Rouge agreed in 2021 to pay $4.5 million to the children of Alton Sterling, a Black man whose fatal shooting by police was captured on video and sparked widespread anger and protests. More than two years after the shooting, prosecutors charged Domingue with aggravated second-degree battery and illegal use of a weapon. She pleaded guilty in 2022 to obstruction of justice, a misdemeanor, avoiding jail but agreeing never again to serve in law enforcement. Her conviction has since been expunged. The civil proceedings raised questions about whether Domingue ever should have become a state trooper, underscoring the liability the state could have faced had the lawsuit gone to trial. State police records show a series of red flags dating back to her time in the training academy, including failed tests and issues on the firing range. The agency allowed her to graduate academy despite those problems, requiring that she complete additional training before receiving her commission. But instructors expressed misgivings about her suitability. One internal report said she 'struggled from the onset of the class, both physically and mentally.' The Justice Department alluded to Domingue in its findings on the state police's widespread use of excessive force. It noted that she remained a trooper for more than two years after the shooting due to a policy of putting off internal investigations while criminal inquiries are underway. 'This can add significant delays to the accountability process,' the report said. Gov. Jeff Landry, a Republican, criticized the report as an attempt 'to diminish the service and exceptionality of' the state police. The federal probe began in 2022 amid fallout from the in-custody death of Ronald Greene, who was beaten, tased and dragged on a rural road in northern Louisiana.
Winnipeg Free Press
09-08-2025
- Winnipeg Free Press
Louisiana to pay $9 million to a man who was shot in the back by state trooper during traffic stop
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana authorities have agreed to pay $9 million to a man who was partially paralyzed from the waist down after a trooper shot him in the back during a 2018 traffic stop in Baton Rouge and then falsely reported it as a Taser discharge. The settlement reached last month is among the largest of its kind in state history and resolves a federal lawsuit by Clifton 'Scotty' Dilley, whose injuries confined him to a wheelchair when he was 19. The terms of the settlement, which were not made public, were provided to The Associated Press by a person with direct knowledge who was not authorized to disclose them and spoke on condition of anonymity. The shooting was mentioned in a U.S. Justice Department report this year that found Louisiana State Police used excessive force during arrests and vehicle pursuits. State police fired Trooper Kasha Domingue after determining she shot Dilley 'without any reliable justification,' failed to activate her body-worn camera and gave inconsistent accounts that were contradicted by surveillance video. The agency also found that her misreporting the incident as a tasing 'delayed the appropriate responses to the shooting,' according to records reviewed by AP. Domingue's explanation for opening fire evolved over the years. Court records show that she alternatively claimed she mistook her firearm for a Taser, pulled the trigger by accident or said the shooting was justified because she feared for her life. Dilley was a passenger in the vehicle that was pulled over. He said the trooper never ordered him to stop fleeing before shooting. Moments after he was struck, he told Domingue he had lost feeling below his waist. 'I was like, 'What's wrong with my legs?'' Dilley said in a deposition. 'She says, 'It's a Taser aftereffect. It will wear off.'' In fact, a bullet struck Dilley's spine. Domingue's initial account fell apart quickly. She told investigators Dilley ran around the stopped vehicle and reached inside it before charging toward her. That claim was contradicted by surveillance video from a nearby store that clearly showed the unarmed man running away from the trooper. 'If that camera wasn't there I don't know how this would've turned out,' Dilley said in the deposition. 'What happened to me that night will forever change my life,' said Dilley, who was represented by former U.S. attorney and Louisiana congressman Don Cazayoux. Dilley said he hopes the 'case will effect change within the state police that will keep this from ever happening again.' An attorney for Domingue, Louis Oubre, declined to comment, as did the state Attorney General's Office. The $9 million settlement is among the largest ever paid in Louisiana in a case involving police violence. Baton Rouge agreed in 2021 to pay $4.5 million to the children of Alton Sterling, a Black man whose fatal shooting by police was captured on video and sparked widespread anger and protests. More than two years after the shooting, prosecutors charged Domingue with aggravated second-degree battery and illegal use of a weapon. She pleaded guilty in 2022 to obstruction of justice, a misdemeanor, avoiding jail but agreeing never again to serve in law enforcement. Her conviction has since been expunged. The civil proceedings raised questions about whether Domingue ever should have become a state trooper, underscoring the liability the state could have faced had the lawsuit gone to trial. State police records show a series of red flags dating back to her time in the training academy, including failed tests and issues on the firing range. The agency allowed her to graduate academy despite those problems, requiring that she complete additional training before receiving her commission. But instructors expressed misgivings about her suitability. One internal report said she 'struggled from the onset of the class, both physically and mentally.' The Justice Department alluded to Domingue in its findings on the state police's widespread use of excessive force. It noted that she remained a trooper for more than two years after the shooting due to a policy of putting off internal investigations while criminal inquiries are underway. 'This can add significant delays to the accountability process,' the report said. Gov. Jeff Landry, a Republican, criticized the report as an attempt 'to diminish the service and exceptionality of' the state police. The federal probe began in 2022 amid fallout from the in-custody death of Ronald Greene, who was beaten, tased and dragged on a rural road in northern Louisiana. The DOJ rescinded its findings in May, saying it was ending the 'failed experiment of handcuffing local leaders and police departments.'
Time of India
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Former NHL goalie Louis Domingue signs one-year deal in KHL
AP Photo/Frank Franklin II Former NHL goaltender Louis Domingue is heading to Russia to continue his professional hockey career. The 33-year-old netminder has signed a one-year contract with Sibir Novosibirsk of the Kontinental Hockey League (KHL) for the 2025–26 season. Domingue, who last played in the NHL with the New York Rangers, brings a decade of experience to his new team overseas. Sibir Novosibirsk signs veteran goalie for 2025–26 season Sibir Novosibirsk officially announced the signing of Louis Domingue as part of their roster for the upcoming KHL season. Domingue made one NHL appearance in 2024–25 with the New York Rangers, stopping 25 of 27 shots in a winning effort. While his NHL time was limited, he spent most of the year with the Hartford Wolf Pack in the AHL, where he posted a 7-20-1 record, .896 save percentage, and a 3.32 goals-against average across 28 games. This move marks Domingue's first stint in European professional hockey, as he looks to revitalize his career in the competitive KHL landscape. His addition gives Sibir a goaltender with both NHL and AHL experience who has played under pressure at the highest levels. Louis Domingue previously played for New Jersey Devils, Vancouver Canucks, Pittsburgh Penguins and more Domingue's NHL journey has included stops with seven teams: the Arizona Coyotes, Tampa Bay Lightning, New Jersey Devils, Vancouver Canucks, Calgary Flames, Pittsburgh Penguins, and New York Rangers. Over 144 career NHL games, he compiled a 61-60-10 record, a .906 save percentage, and a 3.01 goals-against average. He played 16 games for the Devils during the 2019–20 season, where he posted a 3-8-2 record and was later traded to the Canucks for Zane McIntyre. In the AHL that same year, Domingue had a 4-2-1 record with a .912 save percentage for the Binghamton Devils. A fresh opportunity in the KHL While Domingue has mostly served as a depth goaltender in recent years, his move to Sibir Novosibirsk could provide more consistent playing time and a prominent role. At 33, he remains a capable veteran presence who can help mentor younger goalies and deliver solid performances when called upon. Louis Domingue's move to the KHL offers a new chapter in his career after a decade in North America. With a one-year deal in place, he now has the chance to prove himself once again, this time on Russian ice with Sibir Novosibirsk. Also Read: NHL Trade News: Toronto Maple Leafs acquire Dakota Joshua from Vancouver Canucks Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
American Press
02-05-2025
- Sport
- American Press
Time to turn tables, Broncos look for new ending against old playoff nemesis
Sam Houston's Chloe Peshoff has hit nine home runs this season for the Non-select Division I No. 1 Broncos. (Rodrick Anderson / American Press) The last two seasons have ended the same way for the Sam Houston Broncos softball team — at the hands of the St. Amant Gators. The top-seeded Broncos (28-2) get another chance to reverse that trend when they play the three-time defending state champion No. 4 Gators (23-9) in the Non-select Division I semifinals in the state tournament at 5 p.m. today at North Frasch Park in Sulphur. 'We have to come out with energy because we know that they can perform well just like us,' Sam Houston senior third baseman Carolina Eidson said. 'Maybe we will be the ones to send them home this year.' Eidson, and senior first baseman Aubrey Hobbs, are two of a handful of Broncos who experienced last year's loss to the Gators in the quarterfinals and the 2023 state finals. 'I feel like we run into them every year, but I think we will have it if we just play our game and don't make it bigger than it is,' Hobbs said. St. Amant won 4-0 in 2023 and slipped by the Broncos 9-8 last season. Broncos head coach Beth Domingue described the 2024 meeting as feeling like a state tournament game. 'The crowd was really intense,' Domingue said. 'There was a lot of close plays. There was a lot of offense. I think everybody knew the importance of it.' Recently, the Broncos have been doing everything right. They have won 26 consecutive games, and have an explosive offense and a strong pitcher in Kailyn Mire (27-2, 1.75, ERA) who has 13 shutouts. Sam Houston has crushed 55 home runs and scored 11.6 runs a game. Junior Aubrey Portie (14), sophomore Layla Landry (14) and Eidson (11) have more than 10 home runs apiece. 'I think we have performed very well offensively and defensively,' Hobbs said. 'I think that our lineup is stacked offensively. 'I think 1-9 all of them can hit. That is a plus. I think it is better than last year. Our lineup really hasn't changed. I think we have done an excellent job.' Sam Houston run-ruled St. Amant 12-1 on March 26, but Domingue said she is not worried about her team becoming complacent. 'We haven't talked about that, but I think this is a bigger game on a bigger stage,' Domingue said. 'I think it's going to be a battle no matter what. I don't think we're worried about what we did a month ago or whatever it was because it obviously doesn't mean anything.' The teams have met in the playoffs four times since 2013, and the victor has gone on to win a state championship each time. St. Amant won the state championship after beating the Broncos in 2023 and 2024. Sam Houston beat the Gators in the semifinals in 2013 and '15 on their way to the program's fourth and fifth state championships. 'They have a great program and great coaching staff, but it does seem like we always have to run into them,' Domingue said. 'I hate that we ended up on the same side of the bracket as them, just like last year. At least it was later down the line than last year. I think to be the best, you got to beat the best.' This year's winner will take on the winner of No. 3 Dutchtown (24-9) and No. 7 Walker (22-8) in the finals at 3 p.m. Saturday.
American Press
25-04-2025
- Sport
- American Press
Broncos aces learns to work out of jams, Sam Houston hosts Live Oak in quarterfinals
Broncos aces learns to work out of jams, Sam Houston hosts Live Oak in quarterfinals Published 12:13 pm Friday, April 25, 2025 Sam Houston head coach Beth Domingue has a lot of confidence in sophomore pitcher Kailyn Mire. In one of the No. 1 Broncos' most difficult games, Domingue let Mire ride out early struggles and lead them to a win over Live Oak. She will send her out to the circle to face the No. 8 Eagles again with a trip to next week's Louisiana High School Athletic Association state softball tournament in Sulphur hanging in the balance. The Non-select Division I quarterfinal game will start at 5 p.m. today at Sam Houston High School in Moss Bluff. Email newsletter signup In that first meeting against Live Oak (21-13), Mire gave up nine runs in the first inning but allowed one more over the next six innings and the Broncos won 13-10 on a Chloe Peshoff walk-off three-run home run. 'As a sophomore taking that, that is a tough spot to be in,' Domingue said. 'She has been in those spots this year. We started pecking away. I feel like that was the first time we faced some real adversity.' While the Broncos' offense draws a lot of the spotlight with 53 home runs, Domingue said Mire has been steady and reliable all season. She has pitched all but two innings this season for the Broncos (27-2) and has a 1.75 earned run average in 160 innings. 'Kailyn has been phenomenal for us,' Domingue said. 'I feel like she gets overlooked by the way she wins. She has really done some great things for us. It is cool to see.' With 104 strikeouts to 59 walks, Mire is not a power pitcher but doesn't give opponents much to work with. She has allowed more than one earned run once in her last 12 starts. 'I think it is her pitch location,' Domingue said. 'She has done a really good job putting it where we wanted. 'She changes speeds and forces weak contact. She might not strike you out every time, but she trusts the defense to make the plays.' That first Live Oak game marked a season high in errors (5) for the Broncos. They committed no more than one error in nine of their last 12 games. 'Honestly, I feel like our defense has been pretty solid all year,' Domingue said. 'We have had some bumps in the road. All around the field, we are pretty defensively solid.' Domingue said she hasn't talked to the Broncos much about the state tournament or last season's 9-8 quarterfinals loss at St. Amant, preferring instead to stay focused on the moment. 'We have had that sour taste in our mouth,' Domingue said. 'That was a really tough loss. We haven't really talked about getting to Sulphur. 'We have talked about who is the next opponent. The only thing that matters is the next game. The only thing that matters is winning the next game and that is against Live Oak.' Elsewhere Oakdale (16-8) was the lone area team to reach the state tournament last year with its first run to the semifinals and wants to make it back-to-back trips. And it goes through Oak Grove again. The No. 5 Warriors travel to No. 4 Oak Grove (16-8) for a 4 p.m. Saturday Non-select Division IV quarterfinal game. Last year in Oak Grove, junior Ainslie Willis pitched a complete-game one-hitter with 15 strikeouts. She scattered four hits with eight strikeouts in the Warriors' 12-2 win over Merryville on Tuesday in the regional round. South Beauregard (17-15), DeQuincy (17-14) and Starks are trying to end long state tournament droughts. The Tigers last played in Sulphur in 2014 while the Panthers' last appearance was in 2015. Both will hit the road in the quarterfinals. Class C No. 7 Starks (14-5) plays No. 2 Northside Christian (12-7) at 5 p.m. today, while Non-select Division IV No. 9 DeQuincy plays top-seeded LaSalle (31- 3) at 5:30 p.m. South Beauregard has the longest state tournament drought of the three at 16 years. The Non-select Division III No. 10 Lady K's upset No. 7 Many with six home runs in the regional playoffs No. 2 Pine Prairie (27-3) for a 6 p.m. game. After losing at home as a four seed in the regional round in back-to-back seasons, Non-select Division III No. 6 Kinder (17-5) is one win from its first trip to the state tournament since 2022. The Yellow Jackets play at No. 3 Jena (25-7) at 5 p.m. The Giants were semifinalists in 2024 and '23. Featured Local Savings
