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Man Sues DHS for $50 Million Over Violent Raid

9/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Rafie Ollah Shouhed filed a $50 million claim against the Department of Homeland Security.
The Sept. 9 Van Nuys raid led to him being body-slammed.
He alleges excessive force, civil rights violations, and injuries including broken ribs.
DeSimone calls actions reckless, saying Shouhed aided by proving employees' status.
He was detained about 12 hours without charges and denied medical care.

History

Historical Context

The 1978 U.S. Supreme Court ruling in *Ferguson v. City of Charleston* established that hospitals cannot deny care based on law enforcement requests, reinforcing civil rights protections. This decision is significant in light of ongoing civil rights issues, exemplified by Rafie Ollah Shouhed's $50 million claim against the Department of Homeland Security, which highlights concerns over excessive force and police accountability in the U.S.

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Story summary

Rafie Ollah Shouhed filed a $50 million claim against the Department of Homeland Security.
The Sept. 9 Van Nuys raid led to him being body-slammed.
He alleges excessive force, civil rights violations, and injuries including broken ribs.
DeSimone calls actions reckless, saying Shouhed aided by proving employees' status.
He was detained about 12 hours without charges and denied medical care.

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