18 Dec 1992
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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1992
Page
1
Steve Phillips is found guilty of abusing his authority to assault street people and conspiring to violate civil rights. Sentencing calls for up to 11 years in prison and a $500,000 fine. Kyle Shepard is acquitted on all charges but faces one year in prison and a $250,000 fine. Mark Gibby seeks return to active duty with the Gastonia Police Department.
Gastonia councilwoman Barbara Galloway remains dissatisfied with police handling of abuse of street people. She demands Chief Jack Postell be fired and questions police supervisors role. Postell declined comment as council aims to move city forward after trial of three officers.
A federal jury convicted Gastonia area officers and a former policeman in a case tied to abuse of street people. Steve Phillips faces up to 11 years and 500000 dollars in fines, Kyle Shepard to one year and 250000, while Mark Gibby was acquitted. The trial prompted broader scrutiny of the Gastonia Police Department and local government resignations.
The upcoming Gaston Chronicle Saturday feature examines evolving Christmas pageants in Greater Gaston. It outlines shifts in themes, presentation styles, and community involvement across local churches and civic groups, highlighting notable participants and venues.
Rumors swirl about NBC schedules as Jay Leno exits Tonight and David Letterman options loom. Dana Carvey's NBC deal is in question, with CBS allegedly pursuing a late night follow-on role while Arsenio Hall and Chevy Chase face shifting contracts and ratings pressures.
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