Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles, CA: In June 2004, car thief Stanley Miller was struck 11 times with a metal flashlight after a police pursuit of a stolen car. Officer John Hatfield continued to beat Miller after he was already down on the ground. Miller filed a lawsuit against the city of Los Angeles claiming he suffered brain damage and other injuries. The city agreed to pay Miller a $450,000 settlement. In December 2004, Miller was sentenced to three years in state prison after pleading guilty to unlawful driving and evading police. (Nov-28-06) [SAN JOSE MERCURY NEWS: FLASHLIGHT BEATING]

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