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$The lawsuit claims that Mr. Faalata was repeatedly denied medical attention. He eventually received treatment for a concussion, fractured jaw and teeth, and severe eye damage. In addition to the assault and denial of medical care, the lawsuit accuses officers of falsifying reports and bringing false charges against Mr. Faalata to cover up their actions.$

Attorney General’s office denies claims in police brutality lawsuit

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Attorney General’s Office, on Aug. 5, 2023 denied claims filed by Setope Faalata for injuries that he alleges occurred at the hands of Department of Public Safety police officers in 2021. The suit, filed May 9, 2023 by attorney Sean Morrison on behalf of the...

Man allegedly assaulted by police files $1.5 million claim against ASG

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The claim filed in the lawsuit against the American Samoa Government involving police officers who allegedly assaulted Setope Faalata is $1.5 million plus medical expenses, according to attorneys representing the plaintiff. This is according to Faalata’s attorneys’ “...

Lawsuit filed by man allegedly beaten at Market Place two years ago

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Two years after Setope Faalata was allegedly beaten by police officers at the Fagatogo Market Place and also denied medical care, a lawsuit is now pending in the High Court against the police officers who carried out the action, and also the American Samoa Government for...

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