Pierce County approves over $4M settlement with family of Manuel Ellis
The family of Manuel Ellis, a Black man killed in police custody in March of 2020, has reached a settlement with the Pierce County Council.
2 officers involved in death of Manuel Ellis cleared to return to work
Two police officers involved in the death of Manuel Ellis were cleared to return to work.
Man files excessive force claim against 2 Tacoma officers
Two Tacoma police officers involved in the death of Manuel "Manny" Ellis have been accused of wrongfully arresting and using excessive force in an unrelated incident three months before their fatal encounter with Ellis.
Businessman bails out three Tacoma police officers charged in the killing of Manuel Ellis
"Being the fact that they were veterans, highly decorated veterans, I wasn’t about to see them sit in jail over Memorial Day weekend ... I know several people have offered to step up and reimburse me and if that happens great, but that’s not the intention."
Tacoma Police officers charged with murder remain on city's payroll
As of Friday, all three officers charged in the death of Manuel Ellis remain on the city of Tacoma's payroll.
Tacoma officers charged in death of Manuel 'Manny' Ellis plead not guilty, bail out of jail
The three Tacoma police officers charged in the death of Manuel “Manny” Ellis have pleaded not guilty to murder and manslaughter charges.
2 Tacoma officers charged with murder in death of Manuel 'Manny' Ellis; 3rd officer charged with manslaughter
Two Tacoma police officers have been charged with second-degree murder for the death of Manuel “Manny” Ellis and a third officer has been charged with first-degree manslaughter, Attorney General Bob Ferguson announced Thursday.
Sister of Manuel Ellis: 'The work is far from over'
Monet Carter-Mixon, sister of Manuel 'Manny' Ellis, speaks during a media briefing Thursday following the three Tacoma officers charged in the 2020 death of Ellis.
Manuel Ellis’s mom: ‘My son was used as a sacrifice’
Marcia Carter speaks during a media briefing following the announcement that Tacoma police officers are charged in the 2020 death of Manuel ‘Manny’ Ellis.
Attorney James Bible speaks at briefing following officers charged in death of Manuel Ellis
Family members of Manuel 'Manny' Ellis and the family's attorney James Bible speak during a media briefing Thursday following the announcement of three Tacoma officers charged in the 2020 death of Ellis.
Washington AG to announce whether officers will be charged in death of Manuel Ellis
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson's office will announce a charging decision in its review of the death of Manuel ‘Manny’ Ellis on May 27.
'We’ve had to wait too long': Ellis family hope for answers soon from investigators
In the time since the death of Manuel Ellis while in Tacoma Police custody, the George Floyd incident happened, charges were filed, and now there has been a verdict found; in comparison, the Ellis family is still waiting for answers.
2 new officers identified in death of Manuel Ellis
At least two new law enforcement officers have been identified as having participated in restraining Manuel Ellis, a Black man who died after his airways were restricted in March.
Attorney general deciding charges in death of Manuel Ellis in Tacoma
The Washington State Patrol has finished its investigation into the death of Manuel Ellis, a Black man who died while being restrained by Tacoma police officers.
Seahawks Off the Field: Bobby Wagner joins fight for justice for Manuel Ellis
As soon as Seahawks All Pro Bobby Wagner learned players could wear decals on their helmets honoring the victims of police violence, he put in a request with the league to show the world that we lost a local man - and that it deserves attention.
Family of man who died in Tacoma police custody announces $30 million lawsuit
The family of a Black man who died in Tacoma police custody announced Friday they plan to sue the police department for $30 million for his death.
Inslee says Washington State Patrol will take over Manuel Ellis death investigation
Gov. Jay Inslee on Wednesday said the Washington State Patrol would conduct a new independent investigation of the death of Manuel Ellis while in the custody of the Tacoma Police Department.
Video shows officer take Manuel Ellis to the ground in a chokehold during struggle with police
TACOMA -- Video provided to the family of Manuel Ellis shows a new angle of his struggle with Tacoma officers the night he died in police custody.
State to take over Manuel Ellis death investigation, citing conflict with Pierce Co. Sheriff's Office
TACOMA -- The state is taking over the independent investigation into the death of Manuel Ellis while in Tacoma police custody after the Pierce County prosecutor told the governor and state attorney general there's an "irreconcilable conflict" with her office handling the case.According to a news release from Gov.
Tacoma mayor says she will push for police body cameras following death of Manuel Ellis
TACOMA -- Tacoma leaders, including Mayor Victoria Woodards, came together Monday evening to discuss racial reconciliation and healing during a drive-in event hosted by Tacoma's NAACP, Tacoma's Ministerial Alliance, OURChurch, and Associated Ministries.Some of the most passionate words during the event came from Mayor Woodards when addressing the March 3 in-custody death of Manny Ellis, ruled a homicide by the medical examiner just last week.Dozens of cars filled the Cheney stadium parking lot, hanging onto the mayor's every word."Although she is a politician, the fact that she said she is a black woman and she is tired as well," said attendee and pastor, Jeffery Jones, recalling a moment of the Mayor's Woodards' speech that really resonated with him. "I think people fail to understand that this is bigger than George Floyd.