A former Tacoma police officer, who was acquitted in the death of Manuel Ellis, plans to sue city and state officials for a total of $47 million. The lawsuit is a defamation claim, and the officer's wife is also part of the suit. The officer has also filed a $94-million claim.
Former Tacoma Police officer sues city, Washington state in $47M defamation suit https://t.co/wjjO300pHu
Ex-Tacoma cop acquitted in Manuel Ellis’ death plans $47M defamation lawsuit https://t.co/V8HiOfGCbm via @seattletimes
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Former Tacoma officer acquitted in Manny Ellis case files $94-million claim. https://t.co/y36buZc6Kn
A former Tacoma police officer acquitted in the death of Manuel Ellis plans to sue city and state officials with his wife for a total of $47 million. https://t.co/JGycZ9XiwX