Washington state House passes ban on hog-tying by police in a landslide
Washington state lawmakers overwhelmingly passed a bill Wednesday that would ban police from tying suspects, a restraint method that has long been a concern because of the risk of suffocation. “This practice is inhumane and dangerous,” Democratic Rep. Charlette Mena said during the vote. “Yet, hog tethering is still allowed in a small number of […]
Washington state to consider hog-tying ban after Manuel Ellis’ death
Washington state lawmakers on Monday introduced a proposal to ban police from tying up suspects, nearly four years after Manuel Ellis, a 33-year-old black man, died after being held face down with his hands and feet tied behind his back. It is believed that it will be considered. It was a touchstone for racial justice […]