Woman Wins $59,000 in Lawsuit Against City of McKinney After Police Destroy Her Home
A federal jury has awarded a woman $59,000 in damages after police destroyed her home while pursuing a fleeing fugitive.
Vicki Baker, a long-time resident of McKinney, Texas, filed a lawsuit against the city after police destroyed her home in July 2020. The lawsuit alleged that the city was liable for taking Baker’s property without just compensation.
The jury agreed with Baker and awarded her $59,000 in damages. The jury also found that the city was liable for the emotional distress that Baker suffered as a result of the destruction of her home.
“I am grateful that the jury found in my favor,” Baker said in a statement. “This has been a long and difficult process, but I am glad that I was able to get some justice.”
The city has not yet announced whether it will appeal the verdict.
The case has attracted national attention, as it is one of the first lawsuits to be filed against a city after police destroyed a home while pursuing a fleeing fugitive.
The case has also raised questions about the use of force by police and the rights of property owners.
“This case is a reminder that police have a responsibility to use force responsibly,” said Baker’s attorney, Scott Bullock. “Police should not be allowed to destroy property without just compensation.”
The city of McKinney has not yet commented on the verdict.
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