Attorney Malik Shabazz expressed satisfaction after six White former Mississippi officers were sentenced in state court for torturing and abusing his clients, Eddie Parker and Michael Jenkins. Shabazz described the day as one they had long awaited, stating that the court had delivered justice.
The judge's decision to depart from the initial recommendations of low prison sentences for the squad was seen as setting a new standard in Rankin County. Shabazz emphasized that the ruling sends a clear message that police brutality will not be tolerated in the county.
Michael Jenkins, one of the victims, also shared his reaction to the sentencing, noting that it had been a long time coming. The case highlights the importance of accountability and consequences for those who engage in abusive behavior, particularly within law enforcement.
