In December 2006, former Lewiston police officer Donald Blair was found by a federal jury to have used excessive force during the apprehension of Kevin E. Mays. The jury determined that Blair’s actions during the encounter were excessive, leading to a ruling against him. Mays had filed a lawsuit alleging he was beaten and Tasered by officers when they were called to check on his welfare. The jury awarded approximately $1,950 against Blair for Mays’ medical expenses. ([lmtribune.com](https://www.lmtribune.com/northwest/jury-finds-lewiston-officer-used-excessive-forcef51343e4?utm_source=openai))
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