Summary
The committee recommended the council approve a $5.8 million settlement in a lawsuit stemming from alleged injuries in August 2003 involving the Police Department. It's by far the largest of five settlements on the agenda.
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Last discussed Jul 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
$5.8 million from city funds to settle the claim.
Aaron Salter, who receives the settlement payment.
City taxpayers bear the $5.8 million cost.
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Detroit City Council approves $5.8M settlement in wrongful conviction
Detroit City Council approves $5.8M settlement in wrongful conviction BridgeDetroit
Internal Operations Standing Committee
The committee recommended the council approve a $5.8 million settlement in a lawsuit stemming from alleged injuries in August 2003 involving the Police Department. It's by far the largest of five settlements on the agenda.
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