Event Brief
Sep 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
Accused killer sues Santa Monica and police
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Leonard Korpie has filed a lawsuit against Santa Monica, Los Angeles County, and the California police department, alleging malicious prosecution and civil rights violations. The claims follow the dismissal of his murder charge tied to the June 2024 death of Jaysent Clark, the manager of Jameson's Irish Pub.
WHO: Leonard Korpie; Santa Monica; Los Angeles County; California police department; Jaysent Clark
WHAT: Leonard Korpie sued Santa Monica, Los Angeles County, and the police department alleging malicious prosecution and civil rights violations after his murder charge was dismissed.
WHEN: Reported Sep 2, 2026 at 6:00 AM ET
WHERE: Santa Monica, California
WHY: Korpie's murder charge was dismissed after the June 2024 death of Jameson's Irish Pub manager Jaysent Clark, and he alleges malicious prosecution and civil rights violations.
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