Justice For Tommy Le
REGARDING THE DEADLY FORCE SHOOTING OF STUDENT TOMMY LE
On June 14, 2017, at 12:04 AM, high school student Tommy Le was fatally shot by King County sheriff’s deputy Cesar Molina. Tommy Le was unarmed. There has been significant local and national interest in this case.
This page was created as a clearinghouse of sorts for legal documents, links, photos, and other relevant information for those wishing to learn more about this case.
Please check back often to see current updates, news, and relevant information to the case which will appear chronologically from the top of the page to the bottom
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Reporter Carolyn Bick’s investigation into the deadly force homicide of Tommy Le:
Tommy Le may have been shot while facedown on roadway, may not have even had a pen, documents show
OUTSIDE INVESTIGATION POINTS TO MAJOR ISSUES IN KCSO REVIEW
A new report issued by the Office of Law Enforcement Oversight has found serious gaps in an investigation conducted by the King County Sheriff’s Office into the killing of Tommy Le.
The OIR Report – the only complete investigation into the Tommy Le homicide, June, 2017 – September, 2020
Independent review slams King County Sheriff’s Office handling of Tommy Le killing – KIRO-TV(video)
Investigation into King County deputy’s killing of Tommy Le had ‘serious gaps,’ review finds – Seattle Times
New report on Tommy Le killing by King County deputy criticizes sheriff’s office – KOMO-TV
Tommy Le shooting investigation had “serious gaps”—Family lawyer contends KCSO cover-up – NW Asian Weekly
Outside review critical of King County Sheriff’s Office investigation – Q13 Fox
Report finds ‘serious gaps’ with investigation of Tommy Le’s shooting death by a King County deputy – KING-TV
Tommy Le’s family calls for action from King County Sheriff following outside review of 2017 shooting death – KUOW
Sheriff’s office is slammed over ‘serious, problematic gaps’ in investigation into death of Washington student – Daily Mail
King County sheriff’s handling of Tommy Le shooting lacked critical facts, review concludes – KNKX-FM
Sheriff’s office is slammed over ‘serious, problematic gaps’ in investigation into death of student – Intercontinental News
Tommy Le shooting investigation had “serious gaps” — Family lawyer contends KCSO cover-up – MyNorthwest
Independent review finds problems in King County Sheriff investigation of Tommy Le shooting – International Examiner.
Investigation into King County deputy’s killing of Tommy Le had ‘serious gaps,’ review finds – The Spokesman-Review
PRE TRIAL MOTIONS/DECISIONS AND ORDERS BY JUDGE ZILLY
Though Judge Zilly denied the “immunity” motion brought forth by the Deputy who shot and killed Tommy Le, the appeal is allowed. The trial is DELAYED pending Circuit Court decision.
Judge grants deputy’s appeal in shooting of Burien man carrying pen, delaying family’s civil-rights trial – Seattle Times.
King County deputy who shot Tommy Le seeks appeal of judge’s pre-trial decision. – Seattle Times
Tommy Le lawsuit to move forward: Judge denies King County’s motion to dismiss – NW Asian Weekly
LAWSUIT DOCUMENTS AND MEDIA LINKS
On September 7, 2017, a Tort Claim, also referred to as a Notice of Claim, was filed against former King County Sheriff Urquhart and the King County’s Sheriff’s Department on behalf of the Le family, seeking justice for the wrongful death of their son, Tommy. Documents and press links regarding the announcement are listed below.
Le v. King Co. Second Amended Complaint – May 30, 2019
Medical Examiner’s Report
Autopsy: Deputies shot Tommy Le in the back – seattlepi.com
Tommy Le was shot twice in back, Asian Pacific Directors Coalition meets with King County Sheriff
– The International Examiner
Family of Tommy Le, shot in back by deputies, to sue County
– NW Asian Weekly
Family of 20-year-old man shot by deputy plan to file civil-rights claim against King County – Seattle Times
Family of Tommy Le, 20-Year-Old Shot by King County Deputy, Plans to Sue County – The Stranger.
Reclaiming the Narrative for Tommy Le – South Seattle Emerald
Mitzi Johanknecht, King County’s new sheriff, selects command staff, sets priorities for her new term – Seattle Times
INQUEST INFORMATION AND PETITION
On October 12, 2017, an inquest was requested
by King County Executive Dow Constantine.
KingCounty.gov – Shooting Inquest
Why Modern Medical Examiners Don’t Hold Inquests
SpokaneCounty.org Article
Seattle Weekly: Family of Tommy Le calls inquest process a whitewash
SeattleWeekly.com – Inquest Process a Whitewash
Le family attorney Jeffery Campiche responds to Dow Constantine’s halting of all inquests pending committee review.
KUOW
Monsignor Tuan Do and Father Trung (from Seattle University) express concern over a biased and unfair inquest in the Tommy Le shooting case.
NW Vietnamese News
Ủy ban 6 người của Quận King giúp mang lại công lý cho gia đình Tommy Lê
A Group of 6 Will Bring Justice to The Family of Tommy Lê – TranslationNVnorthwest – Article
Vietnamese Press covers, and supports, changes to the Inquest process
Open Letter to King County Executive, Dow Constantine
Constantine-Inquest-Ltr-11-16-17.pdf
Campiche Andrews Horne PLLC, Declaration in Support of Le Family Request for Hearing
DEC-IN-SUPPORT-OF-AND-EXS-A-3-LE-FAMILY-REQUEST-FOR-HEARING-ON-SCOPE-OF-PARTICIPATION-11-17-17-NO.-4171Q9406-VIA-MSGR-AND-EMAIL.pdf
Le Family Request for Hearing
LE-FAMILY-REQUEST-FOR-HEARING-ON-SCOPE-OF-PARTICIPATION-11-17-17-NO.-4171Q9406-VIA-MSGR-AND-EMAIL.pdf
Le Family demands rights during Inquest Hearing
https://www.thestranger.com/slog/2017/11/19/25574600/tommy-les-family-demands-expanded-rights-during-the-county-inquest-hearing
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