David Hansberry leaving court after his trial.
The best way to stop police corruption is by adding more qualified sargeant's to the force. It is very crucial to the rise of Detroit to control this issue. |
Indicted Detroit Police Officers Allegedly Used Authority To Steal And Sell Drugs Two Detroit Police Officers used their authority as law enforcement to arrange drug deals, they orchestrated traffic stops, effect false arrests and coerce and extort victims, all in order to steal money and drugs that were then sold for profit. According to federal indictment Lt. David Hansberry, 34, and officer Bryan Watson Entered not guilty pleas, they were indicted on eight counts of robbery, extortion, possession of drugs with intent to sell, as well as possession of a gun in a crime of violence and drug trafficking. They were caught intending to sell at least 5 kilograms of cocaine, as well as smaller amounts of heroin and marijuana, they also were caught robbing drug dealers and buyers of there money and drugs. When asked Hansberry and Watson would “identify themselves as law enforcement officers performing official law enforcement duties in order to coerce their victims into complying with their demands and to encourage their victims to flee, leaving behind their controlled substances, money or personal property.” Both men were suspended from the force Their Chief was suspended the year prior for the same counts The Video shown below is a very similiar case that was brought upon the officers in Detroit. |
As mentioned in the rise portion of the article, Kwame Kilpatrick is mentioned again. His actions have helped put Detroit in the bankruptcy it went through. Putting the city in more trouble than it can handle.
Kwame Kilpatrick former mayor of Detroit
Mr. Kilpatrick was a corrupt mayor during his time in office.
Mr. Kilpatrick used the city credit card for his personal use, buying cars, going on vacations, etc. it was recorded that Mr. Kilpatrick had spent about $800,000 that was for the city of Detroit.
Kwame Kilpatrick also gave many city construction deal to people he had close ties to, from this Kwame Kilpatrick gained money through the contractors. Any left over money was taken into pocket. By giving money to people he knew for that contracts but also allowing both parties to took advantage and made money rather than putting it towards other costs and projects to help the city come back to its best position.
Kwame Kilpatrick former mayor of Detroit
Mr. Kilpatrick was a corrupt mayor during his time in office.
Mr. Kilpatrick used the city credit card for his personal use, buying cars, going on vacations, etc. it was recorded that Mr. Kilpatrick had spent about $800,000 that was for the city of Detroit.
Kwame Kilpatrick also gave many city construction deal to people he had close ties to, from this Kwame Kilpatrick gained money through the contractors. Any left over money was taken into pocket. By giving money to people he knew for that contracts but also allowing both parties to took advantage and made money rather than putting it towards other costs and projects to help the city come back to its best position.
Detroit Schools corruption
Along with principles being caught with scams shown in video, many teacher are in the dark as well. With millions being wasted and taken away from the innocent kids that are willing to learn Detroits acedemic system isnt corruption proof either.
With the addition to Robert C. Bobb to the school district it seems as if only good things are happening under his supervision. More people like him need to be added to the force becasue the impact made was quick and realistic.
With the addition to Robert C. Bobb to the school district it seems as if only good things are happening under his supervision. More people like him need to be added to the force becasue the impact made was quick and realistic.