We settled the Seabolt v. Vensel, et al. case late last week. The settlement amount was $135,000.00.
Media Reports:
Charleston Gazette on Saturday:
Man to get $135,000 over alleged battery by Parkersburg officer
“I first became involved with civil rights issues in Parkersburg in June of 2010,” Bryan said after the settlement was reached. “With this settlement, I sincerely believe that these issues will not be coming up again. We’ve been through three years of federal court litigation, three six-figure settlements, two jury trials and two trips to the U.S. Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals.
“I’ve interacted with local leaders, police officers, citizens, local lawyers and Charleston defense lawyers, and I believe everyone is on the same page regarding Parkersburg’s future — which means that my time in Parkersburg has probably come to an end.
“Joshua Vensel is a good person who made one mistake. I uncovered no evidence of any prior acts of excessive force by him. In the end, he did right by Mr. Seabolt, and I have no doubt he will go on to lead a successful life. Lastly, I want to thank my co-counsel Michele Rusen and my opposing counsel Jim Muldoon for being great lawyers who are not afraid to do the right thing,” he said.
Parkersburg News and Sentinel:
$135k settlement reached in brutality lawsuit
WTAP:
Seabolt Settles in Lawsuit Against Parkersburg (also includes video of the incident)
WV Record: