A federal judge has dismissed felony charges against two former Louisville Metro Police Department detectives involved in the search warrant for Breonna Taylor's home. The charges were related to submitting a false affidavit and creating a false cover story in connection with the deadly raid that resulted in Taylor's tragic death.
The judge ruled that the decision by Kenneth Walker, Taylor's boyfriend, to fire his gun when officers entered the home was deemed the legal cause of Taylor's death. The court found no direct link between the warrantless entry and Taylor's tragic demise.
While felony charges were dropped, one of the detectives still faces a charge of making false statements to federal investigators. The other detective faces charges of falsification of records and conspiracy, which could result in a total of 40 years in prison.
The court's decision has sparked reactions from various parties, including attorneys for the former officers, the Louisville Metro Police Department, and the US Department of Justice. The tragic death of Breonna Taylor, along with other incidents of police violence against Black individuals, has led to calls for police reform and sparked nationwide protests.
Another former detective charged in connection with Taylor's death will face a new civil rights trial in October. The legal proceedings surrounding this case continue to unfold as the quest for justice for Breonna Taylor remains ongoing.
