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A jail officer knelt on a sick man’s back for 86 seconds, causing his death; the officer faces murder charges, and the family seeks $25 million in damages.
Charles Adair, a 50-year-old man with preexisting health conditions, died on July 5, 2025, in the Wyandotte County Detention Center after an altercation with jail staff, prompting a homicide ruling due to mechanical asphyxia.
Deputy Richard Fatherley, who knelt on Adair’s back for about 86 seconds while he was handcuffed and restrained, faces second-degree murder or involuntary manslaughter charges and is on unpaid administrative leave.
His family’s attorneys are seeking a $25 million settlement from Wyandotte County, citing excessive force, inadequate training, and failure to intervene, and plan to file a federal lawsuit by November 3 if no agreement is reached.
Un oficial de la cárcel se arrodilló sobre la espalda de un hombre enfermo durante 86 segundos, causando su muerte; el oficial enfrenta cargos de asesinato, y la familia busca $ 25 millones en daños y perjuicios.