Lawsuit filed by former pro basketball player paints unflattering picture of Elk Grove, police
https://www.elkgrovenews.net/2024/07/lawsuit-filed-by-former-pro-basketball.html
Today, the Sacramento Bee published a story painting an unflattering picture of Elk Grove and its police department.
The story details a lawsuit by former Sheldon High School standout player Dakarai Allen alleging police brutality when he was arrested in October 2022 by police for suspected drunk driving. Allen was a former National Basketball G League player who says an injury during the arrest ended future career prospects.
The Bee's story says:
"The incident occurred around 11 p.m. on Oct. 14, 2022, when Allen, 27 at the time, was driving to his Elk Grove home after a work event where he drank two glasses of wine, the lawsuit stated. He realized he should not be driving, so pulled over to sleep in his car in a residential area close to his home. Residents called police, and officers Sean McPherson and Evan Kwan arrived and woke Allen, who is Black.
According to video footage reviewed by Allen’s attorneys, the officers announced themselves, then opened the car door and pulled him out of the car, stood him up against the side of his car, handcuffed him, then slammed him against the car, the lawsuit stated. They then took him down so his face hit the cement. On the way down, McPherson accidentally tripped on Allen’s legs, causing both Allen and McPherson to fall."
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According to video footage reviewed by Allen’s attorneys, the officers announced themselves, then opened the car door and pulled him out of the car, stood him up against the side of his car, handcuffed him, then slammed him against the car, the lawsuit stated. They then took him down so his face hit the cement. On the way down, McPherson accidentally tripped on Allen’s legs, causing both Allen and McPherson to fall."
As noted in the story, the city and police have not responded to requests for comment. The Bee has made a public information request seeking the police video.
Regardless of an individual's stance on the lawsuit or police brutality claims, one thing is for certain. As Elk Grove elected officials continue expanding city limits, more of these types of incidents will occur, and the image of the city being sold by these officials will continue to tarnish.
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