MONROE - James E. Gray filed a federal complaint on August 11 in the Western District of Louisiana against Marie Williams, Nathaniel "Roy" Williams and the Town of Delhi for excessive force, false arrest, state law violations and vicarious liability and liability.
According to the complaint, on Feb. 19, 2021, Gray was detained and arrested by Officer Williams after being pulled over for an alleged traffic violation. After asking the officer "what did I do?" Officer Williams allegedly very aggressively slammed Gray on to the hood of her patrol unit, causing pain to his abdomen and groin.
Williams then allegedly cuffed and placed Gray in her patrol car and transported him to the Delhi police station for booking. Gray alleges that Williams tased him multiple times in the groin and buttocks areas until another officer had to physically pull Williams off of Gray.
Gray seeks punitive damages, attorney's fees and cost of suit. Gray is represented by Joseph J. Long.
U.S. District Court Western District of Louisiana Monroe Division case number 3:21-cv-02426-TAD-KDM