Officer Joshua Hatley faced allegations in a federal lawsuit for his role in the death of Travis Banks in July 2021. The lawsuit charged Hatley with excessive force and failure to provide medical care, leading to Banks’ wrongful death while in custody. The lawsuit was settled in January 2024 for an undisclosed amount.
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