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Hammond council votes to ask Louisiana attorney general to review Feb. 10 police incident; public demands transparency
Summary
The Hammond City Council voted to refer its February 10 incident involving Bobby Ray McCaskey to the Louisiana attorney general’s office after public commenters and some council members urged outside review and greater transparency about body‑camera footage and investigation status.
The Hammond City Council voted to request a review by the Louisiana attorney general’s office of the Feb. 10 incident involving Bobby Ray McCaskey, a move proponents said aims to bring outside scrutiny and answers to the community.
Councilman Andre Andrews introduced the referral during the April 8 meeting, saying the request was meant to press for information and accountability. “This is not personal. This is business,” Andrews said, arguing the council must answer constituents’ questions.
Supporters at the meeting asked for greater transparency, including release or review of body‑worn camera footage. Stanley Campbell, a District 1 resident and frequent commenter, said the matter had been allowed to “fade away” and urged continued…
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