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Mothers Against Police Brutality
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A non-profit organization, based in Dallas, TX with a mission of being the voice for justice for victims of police brutality. Our multi-racial/ethnic coalition unites mothers nationwide to fight for human rights, police accountablility, and policy change.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 2d
#JusticeForJorgeGomez #SayHisName #EndPoliceViolence
Pink graphic announcing, "Family of Jorge Gomez awarded $6.5 million." Text honors Jorge's protests against police violence, advocating safety. Includes a "Mothers Against Police Brutality" logo. Somber and hopeful tone. Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 5d
Saying you “don’t want to get political” might feel safe.
But safety for some has always meant struggle for others — most often, the most vulnerable.
Neutrality isn’t balance; it’s comfort that comes at someone else's cost.
Pink graphic with a quote by Archbishop Desmond Tutu: "If an elephant has its foot on the tail of a mouse and you say that you are neutral, the mouse will not appreciate your neutrality." Below is the logo for Mothers Against Police Brutality.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 6d
In 1984, police killed Eleanor Bumpurs, a 66-year-old Black woman with schizophrenia.
Forty years later, officers killed Deborah Terrell — another elderly Black woman in distress.

The stories change. The pattern doesn’t.

#EleanorBumpurs #DeborahTerrell #SayHerName
White text on a dark background reads, "Forty years later — and nothing has changed. Eleanor Bumpurs in 1984. Deborah Terrell in 2025." Below is a logo for "Mothers Against Police Brutality" featuring a pink lotus flower. The tone is somber and evokes a sense of ongoing struggle. Image with text highlighting police violence. Mentions Deborah Terrell in 2024, similar to Eleanor Bumpurs. Includes "Mothers Against Police Brutality" logo. Tone: somber.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 7d
Former deputy Sean Grayson has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the killing of Sonya Massey — an unarmed Black woman who called 911 from her home.

Justice moves slowly, but today it moved a bit forward. #SonyaMassey #Accountability
Sean Grayson found guilty of second-degree murder of Sonya Massey. Faces up to 20 years in prison. Sentencing in January 2026. Logo: Mothers Against Police Brutality.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 8d
October 29, 1984: Eleanor Bumpurs, 66, was shot and killed by NYPD during an eviction.
She had arthritis and schizophrenia.
They called it self-defense.
She needed care, not a shotgun.
#EleanorBumpurs #SayHerName
Text on a beige background reads, "Eleanor Bumpurs was 66, disabled, and behind on rent. Police broke down her door and shot her twice." Below is a pink lotus symbol with the words "Mothers Against Police Brutality." The tone is somber and critical. Text on a beige background highlights a 1984 incident where NYPD officers killed Eleanor Bumpurs, an elderly woman with schizophrenia. It critiques their use of force, emphasizing unmet care needs. Logo: "Mothers Against Police Brutality."
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 8d
A federal agent shot at an unarmed Black man in D.C.
Bullets hit Phillip M. Brown's car but police never mentioned the shooting.
Phillip was jailed for fleeing, then cleared.
An officer testified he was told to omit the gunfire.

Metro Police say they're investigating.
A graphic with bold text stating, "A federal agent shot at an unarmed Black man. Police didn’t put that in the report." It includes photos of car damaged by bullets. Logo: "Mothers Against Police Brutality. Source: AP News, October 28, 2025." Tone: urgent and critical.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 9d
A 90-year-old man called 911. Police showed up and killed him.
They called it “suicide by cop.”
No commands, door closed, 8 minutes before aid.

How can anyone look at that and call it reasonable?
#RobertNorton #FindlayOhio
Text on a black background reads: "A 90 year old man was killed by police in Findlay, Ohio. They called it 'suicide by cop.' But the body-cam tells a more complicated story." A pink logo with a lotus flower and the text "Mothers Against Police Brutality" is at the bottom. The tone is serious, focusing on police accountability. Black text on white. Pink heading reads, "What We're Told vs. What We Heard & Saw," followed by contrast between police narrative and their own audio and video. The "Mothers Against Police Brutality" logo is at the bottom. White text on black reads, "Questions That Deserve Answers," followed by four critical police procedure questions. The "Mothers Against Police Brutality" logo is at the bottom. Black background with pink and white text discussing Robert Norton, aged 90, and urging accountability and compassion. Source: Findlay PD body cam release, October 2025.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 10d
Chelsey Napper and Cody Etherton's apartment was struck by bullets during the raid that killed Breonna Taylor. Napper was pregnant. Their 5-year-old child was asleep inside.

A reminder that the trauma extended beyond one apartment.

#BreonnaTaylor #PoliceAccountability
Text graphic stating 'Settlement reached with Breonna Taylor’s neighbors' in bold pink font. Descriptive text below explains bullets hit a neighboring apartment, affecting a pregnant woman and child. Logo for Mothers Against Police Brutality at the bottom. Tone is serious and reflective.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 11d
When we see Chris Rock, we automatically think funny. While he may have said this as a joke, many families know this is actually very serious. And very true.
Pink background with black text of a Chris Rock quote about job responsibility, using pilots as an example. Logo of "Mothers Against Police Brutality" at the bottom.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 12d
Police in Temple, Texas shot and killed a man after mistaking two mechanical pencils for a knife.

This is what happens when fear replaces reason — when officers are trained to shoot before confirming threat.

Sources: KXXV & KWTX, 10/24/25
#TempleTX #PoliceAccountability #MAPB
Pink background with bold black text: "Man killed by Temple police after officers mistake mechanical pencils for a knife." Below, smaller text discusses the tragic loss and criticizes police training and perception. Includes "Mothers Against Police Brutality" logo and sources.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 13d
Dallas Police Chief Comeaux turned down $25 million in ICE funding — choosing community trust over federal control.

The mayor’s backlash shows how hard it is to do the right thing in a system that resists change.

#Dallas #MAPB #CommunityOverControl
Source: KERA News, 10/22/25
A graphic with bold text states "Dallas Police Chief Declines $25 Million in Federal Funds." Below, a paragraph discusses the implications of rejecting ICE funding, with emphasis on systemic power struggle. The logo for "Mothers Against Police Brutality" is at the bottom. The source is KERA News, dated October 22, 2025.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 14d
"Police power is a form of power that is not subject to the normal constraints of democratic society." Paul Chevigny.
Quote in pink text: "Police power is a form of power that is not subject to the normal constraints of democratic society." By Paul Chevigny. Logo: "Mothers Against Police Brutality."
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 17d
What to know about the murder trial of a sheriff deputy who killed Sonya Massey

The trial of former deputy Sean Grayson begins today—he’s charged with murder in the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey after she called 911 for help.

https://bit.ly/4nd1YdS
Split image. Left, Sonya Massey is smiling. Right, Sean Grayson. The officer that killed her.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 18d
Judge refuses to shield CPD Sgt. from lawsuit over arrest, handcuffed removal

Calvin Andrus’ misdemeanor obstruction charge was dismissed. Now, a judge has denied Sgt Kunz qualified immunity, allowing Calvin Andrus' lawsuit to proceed.

http://bit.ly/3W9yFhv
Sgt Kunz, wearing a beanie and glasses is shown at night under a streetlight. Calvin Andrus' hand holds a card out to Kunz in the foreground. The image appears to be part of a news report, as indicated by the WCPO logo and timestamp.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 19d
Providence City Council Votes on Immigration and Policing Reforms

One reform voted on is allowing organizations to hold the city accountable by suing after alleged violations

Full story: https://bit.ly/43qdxau

Full draft of proposed changes: https://bit.ly/4ou9aDz
People stand on a balcony holding banners reading "ICE OUT OF THE COURTS" and "ICE OUT OF OUR COMMUNITY," expressing protest and solidarity.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 20d
To give oversight bodies necessary access to confidential peace officer records so they can do their jobs Governor Newsom signed AB1388 also.
The bill can be found at the link below
https://bit.ly/3WHA7rm
The image features a headline from the Los Angeles Times about a law signed by Newsom to open police files, surrounded by bold text stating 'Subpoena Power is People Power.' Logos and tags for organizations like Care First California, Dignity & Power Now, and Justice LA are at the bottom. The tone is empowering, promoting community advocacy.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 21d
AB 1388, which ends secret misconduct settlements that essentially hide said misconduct from the public, was also signed by Governor Newsom. The bill's text can be found below

https://bit.ly/4o1WvaY
Pink background with text that says, "Governor Newsom issues legislative update 10.13.25," highlighting a signed bill, AB 1388, on law enforcement.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 22d
Governor Newsom has signed AB 572 into law to protect grieving families from coercive police interrogations. The full text of the bill can be found below

https://bit.ly/3LbMauw
Twitter post by SV De-Bug announcing the signing of bill #AB572. It celebrates a new California law protecting grieving families from coercive police interrogations. The tone is jubilant and empowering, highlighting a two-year effort by families.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 24d
Kingsley Bimpong, 50, died after police ignored clear stroke signs in custody in Eagan, MN. Justice and accountability are needed.

Sources: MPR News https://bit.ly/3KL8zyU
KARE 11 https://bit.ly/4n6KwIa
Minnesota Reformer https://bit.ly/47iBAKZ
Kingsley Bimpong, with long hair and a beard on left against a pink background. Bold black text states, "Kingsley Bimpong needed medical care, not suspicion." Logo: Mothers Against Police Brutality. Text below mentions his death due to ignored stroke symptoms. Sources cited:MPR News, KARE 11, Minnesota Reformer.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 26d
Opening statements presented in murder trial over 2023 SAPD shooting of Melissa Perez

When officers escalate danger, the liability for ensuing injury or death should lie with them. They are trained, not the people they come in contact with.

http://bit.ly/4nNhwq0
Melissa Perez smiles softly at the camera in a well-lit room. Below, Sgt. Alfred Flores and Officers Eleazar Alejandro and Nathaniel Villalobos are shown in close-up, each with a neutral expression. The background is plain.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 27d
Louisiana State Police Release Video of Trooper-Involved Shooting in Ascension Parish

LSP released an edited and prejudicially narrated video, attempting to justify killing Brandon Nicholas. Some of the video contradicts the words displayed or spoken.

https://bit.ly/3J1omZF
Brandon Nicholas, in casual attire sits on a brick porch. The adjacent image shows a Louisiana State Police badge shaped like the state, featuring a pelican and text.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · 29d
Bombshell new video disputes late LSU star Kyren Lacy’s involvement in fatal crash

Officer can be heard coercing witness, but social media made Kyren believe he was already prosecuted before his suicide.

Article
http://bit.ly/4hgjX21

Evidence
http://bit.ly/4pUU5MX
Kyren Lacy in a blue suit smiling, wearing a large chain with a number "2," next to a serious police officer, Trooper Tyler Werner in uniform.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · Oct 7
Ex-Trooper A.J. Scott sentenced in crash that killed 2 teens

The former mayor spent a decade vilifying and blaming one of his teenage victims. He filed a request for new trial the day of sentencing. His victims say he has never shown any remorse.

http://bit.ly/48jRWnK
A split image shows AJ Scott in uniform on the left with a serious expression, and Isabella Chinchilla and Kylie Lindsey taking a playful selfie on the right.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · Oct 6
Beaufort County deputy fired for ‘breaking several policies’ following off-duty incident

That shows off-duty deputy Billy Squires in his deputy gear walk up to three teens with his gun pointed at them while also yelling at them to get on the ground.

https://bit.ly/48NyK1B
The off duty deputy wearing shorts and a hat gestures on a suburban street with trees and grass.
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Mothers Against Police Brutality @fightingmothers.bsky.social · Oct 5
Richmond police told to issue statements within 24 hours of in-custody deaths

After fatal Jose De Jesus Mendez and Angel Montaño shootings and complaints from transparency hawks, Richmond police also directed to release unedited body camera footage.

https://bit.ly/4nYu4KF
Protesters sit in a Richmond city council meeting holding a large sign reading "Justice for Angel Montaño." A timer shows 32 seconds, with council in the background.