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Jury Dismisses Defamation Suit Against Afroman by Officers

4/1/2026

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On March 18, a jury in Adams County, Ohio, dismissed a defamation lawsuit filed by seven law enforcement officers against music artist Afroman.
The officers claimed defamation after Afroman used home security footage to criticize a police raid.
The suit is described as a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP).
The officers executed a search warrant, damaged property, and sought $3.9 million for criticism of their actions.

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On March 18, a jury in Adams County, Ohio, dismissed a defamation lawsuit filed by seven law enforcement officers against music artist Afroman.
The officers claimed defamation after Afroman used home security footage to criticize a police raid.
The suit is described as a Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation (SLAPP).
The officers executed a search warrant, damaged property, and sought $3.9 million for criticism of their actions.