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James Bielak – Erie Police Department

Written by CBKN76

Sergeant James Bielak was involved in the November 2019 arrest of Lee McLaurin, where McLaurin was punched multiple times in the head and face while restrained by other officers. This incident led to a federal lawsuit alleging excessive force. The lawsuit claims that the city violated McLaurin’s rights by allowing for a culture of a lack of accountability that has created a policy and custom of turning a blind eye towards police misconduct.

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– [James Bielak](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/james-bielak/)

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