US EditionVictim says tribal cops allowed accused rapist in the room while they took her statement
Federal inquiry found Nez Perce Tribal Police engaged in misconduct including retaliation and dereliction of duty in handling sexual assault cases, leading to fatal consequences.
- When tribal police summoned Jolene Cliffe for a second interview, she agreed because she `trusted that the right thing would be done`.
- Former officers and tribal members say law enforcement on the reservation has at times been inadequately or unfairly enforced, prompting calls for consistent reforms.
- Responding officers noted injuries consistent with strangulation and scratches on Bessie Blackeagle, victim , and investigators cited defensive wounds as probable cause before a Nov. 10, 2020 federal grand jury indictment.
- Family members argued authorities missed chances to stop the violence, with Jolene Cliffe saying, `He was yelling at me, and I was crying`.
- Advocates call for consistent policing reforms amid community concerns, while officials face challenges in addressing systemic issues following Blackeagle's case.
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Victim says tribal cops allowed accused rapist in the room while they took her statement
Residents, former police officers and the former head of the Nez Perce Tribe's justice system all contend the law hasn’t always been enforced adequately or fairly on the reservation.
·Helena, United States
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2 women reported abuse, rape to tribal cops. Justice only came when one was dead – The Post Star - Corruption By Cops
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