Fact Check: "Hinton's family plans to sue over the prosecutor's findings."
What We Know
The claim that "Hinton's family plans to sue over the prosecutor's findings" refers to the family of Ryan Hinton, who was fatally shot by a Cincinnati police officer. Following the Hamilton County Prosecutor's ruling that the shooting was "legally justified," a legal representative for Ryan Hinton's family indicated that they plan to file a civil lawsuit against the police department (source-1, source-3). This lawsuit is separate from the legal issues surrounding Rodney Hinton Jr., Ryan's father, who is currently facing charges related to an incident involving a Hamilton County Sheriff's Deputy.
Rodney Hinton Jr. himself is involved in a lawsuit against multiple city agencies, claiming violations of his civil rights during his arrest (source-2). However, it is important to note that the lawsuit filed by Antoinette Holloway on behalf of Rodney Hinton Jr. was done without his consent or involvement, as confirmed by his criminal attorney (source-4).
Analysis
The claim conflates two separate legal actions involving the Hinton family. The family of Ryan Hinton is indeed planning to file a civil lawsuit following the prosecutor's findings regarding the shooting of Ryan Hinton (source-3). This is a legitimate claim based on statements from their legal representative.
In contrast, the lawsuit involving Rodney Hinton Jr. is complicated by the fact that it was filed by a person who is not a licensed attorney and who did not consult with Rodney Hinton Jr. before taking this action (source-4). This raises questions about the legitimacy and potential success of that lawsuit, as it may be dismissed due to procedural issues.
The sources discussing the family's intentions to sue are credible, as they come from established news outlets reporting on the legal proceedings and statements from involved parties. However, the context of the claim must be clarified to avoid misinterpretation regarding who is suing and for what reasons.
Conclusion
The claim that "Hinton's family plans to sue over the prosecutor's findings" is True in the context of Ryan Hinton's family planning a civil lawsuit. However, it is misleading if interpreted to imply that Rodney Hinton Jr.'s family is involved in a similar action, as he is not directly involved in the lawsuit filed on his behalf. Therefore, while the family of Ryan Hinton is indeed planning to sue, the claim does not accurately reflect the current legal situation involving Rodney Hinton Jr.
Sources
- Ryan Hinton's family speaks after prosecutor releases findings - MSN
- Lawsuit: Police 'intended to intimidate' at Rodney Hinton Jr. court appearance - WCPO
- Family of Ryan Hinton plans civil suit after prosecutor rules shooting justified - WLWT
- Attorney: Rodney Hinton Jr. not involved in suit filed on his behalf - Cincinnati.com
