POLICE LAWSUIT

May 12 2026ENTERTAINMENT

When Real Cops Clash with Fictional Crime Drama

Two Miami police officers filed a lawsuit against Netflix and the producers of a new crime drama, claiming the show’s plot borrows too much from their real-life case. The officers, Jason Smith and Jonathan Santana, worked on a 2016 drug bust where they seized millions in cartel cash. They argue that

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Dec 24 2025CRIME

A Topeka Police Captain's Fight for Justice

A significant legal battle is unfolding in Topeka. Police Captain Jennifer Cross is suing the city, claiming she faced retaliation and a hostile work environment. The case is set to go to trial on May 4, with a duration of five days. Judge Kathryn H. Vratil has set several deadlines for the case, in

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