SC Trooper Goes On Trial In Crash Case

A South Carolina state trooper who bragged about a crash that sent a fleeing suspect flying over the hood of his cruiser goes on trial this week. Lance Cpl. Steve Garren is accused of using unreasonable force and depriving Marvin Grant of his civil rights in the crash, which was captured on the patrol car’s dashboard video camera. Garren is white; Grant is black. The case is drawing scrutiny from leaders in the black community.

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Published: September 28, 2008

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - A South Carolina state trooper who bragged about a crash that sent a fleeing suspect flying over the hood of his cruiser goes on trial this week.

Lance Cpl. Steve Garren is accused of using unreasonable force and depriving Marvin Grant of his civil rights in the crash, which was captured on the patrol car’s dashboard video camera. Garren is white; Grant is black. The case is drawing scrutiny from leaders in the black community.

The trial begins Tuesday in Greenville. The now-suspended officer faces 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine if convicted.

The state NAACP will also keep an eye on another trial in which a trooper is accused of repeatedly kicking a prone truck driver in the head after a chase.