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Justice Department looking into allegations of excessive force and discriminatory practices by Worcester Police

By Jerry Filmore
November 16, 2022 1 Min Read
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A pastor in Worcester is speaking out about how the police tasered him inside his church.
A verbal altercation outside the Cornerstone Bible Baptist Church in October 2019 quickly became violent as he was pursued inside by police, with their body cam video documenting the ensuing hysteria.
During the trial when Rizzuti was accused of assault and battery on a police officer and resisting arrest, 

the footage of the incident was played. 
The shocking footage that the court published proved to be the tipping point, leading to his acquittal last month.
In a custody issue involving the Reverend’s daughter, who police claim neglected to return her 11-year-old child during a custodial visit, police were called to the church. 
However, according to Rev. Rizzuti, they arrived without any supporting documentation.
They have relaunched their ministry in a modest space in Auburn with the intention of one day going 

back into Worcester, where they believe they are necessary.
Injuries and trauma are the grounds for the family’s civil lawsuit against the Worcester Police Department.

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Jerry Filmore

Jerry Filmore is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of What’s Up Worcester News, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization community news outlet dedicated to informing, engaging, and empowering Worcester through accessible, accurate, and inclusive storytelling. With over a decade of experience in management, community organizing, and media production, Jerry leads with a passion for amplifying local voices and spotlighting the people, places, and stories that make Worcester Massachusetts thrive.
When he’s not producing new shows or organizing community initiatives like Woo CommuniTree or Worcester Voices: Community Awards & Celebration Night, you can find Jerry collaborating with local creatives, mentoring young reporters, and continuing to build bridges across Worcester’s neighborhoods.

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Jerry Filmore is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of What’s Up Worcester News, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization community news outlet dedicated to informing, engaging, and empowering Worcester through accessible, accurate, and inclusive storytelling. With over a decade of experience in management, community organizing, and media production, Jerry leads with a passion for amplifying local voices and spotlighting the people, places, and stories that make Worcester Massachusetts thrive. When he’s not producing new shows or organizing community initiatives like Woo CommuniTree or Worcester Voices: Community Awards & Celebration Night, you can find Jerry collaborating with local creatives, mentoring young reporters, and continuing to build bridges across Worcester’s neighborhoods.

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