Justice Delayed: $8.3M Awarded After Foster Teen Dies Under Sedgwick County Detention

The tragic death of Cedric “C.J.” Lofton shines a harsh light on the dangerous practices prevalent in juvenile detention centers, particularly those entrusted by local governments like Sedgwick County. In a decisive federal court ruling, a jury awarded $8.3 million to Lofton’s family after finding five juvenile officers used excessive force or failed to intervene during the harrowing 39 minutes that Cedar was held facedown.How Long Will America Tolerate Deadly Restraint Tactics?Cedric Lofton’s death is not just a heartbreaking personal loss; it represents a systemic failure of law enforcement agencies to protect vulnerable youth in crisis. Despite being just days...