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flag Kansas City officer Blayne Newton resigned Feb. 13, 2026, after a 2023 shooting, following a $50,000 settlement and no criminal charges.

flag Kansas City police officer Blayne Newton resigned on February 13, 2026, after a 2023 shooting that killed two and injured one, concluding a settlement with the department that includes a $50,000 payment and a ban on future employment with KCPD. flag The Jackson County prosecutor declined to file charges, citing self-defense laws, though she raised concerns about Newton’s conduct. flag The department had previously settled a wrongful death lawsuit for $3.5 million. flag Advocacy groups criticize the outcome, arguing it lacks accountability and calls for systemic reform, decertification, and independent oversight.

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