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Jim Rogers was tased by Pittsburgh police during his arrest for suspected theft of a bicycle. Following his arrest, he was taken to UPMC Mercy Hospital where he died the next day.
City Council on Monday continued debate about a measure that would prohibit Pittsburgh police from pulling people over for minor, secondary violations. Though council was originally scheduled to vote on the legislation Monday, members delayed the final until next Tuesday at the request of Councilman Anthony Coghill, who has repeatedly
Pittsburgh Police officials say the bureau is implementing a list of policy changes as a result of the October death of Jim Rogers, and eight officers will face disciplinary action.