Overview

• The family of Johnny Hollman, a 62-year-old church deacon who died after being tased by former Atlanta police officer Kiran Kimbrough, has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the officer, the police chief, and the city of Atlanta.
• The lawsuit alleges that Hollman's constitutional rights were violated, excessive force was used, and medical aid was not rendered promptly, leading to his wrongful death.
• The incident occurred on August 10, 2023, after Hollman was involved in a minor traffic accident and was asked by Kimbrough to sign a citation. A physical struggle ensued, during which Kimbrough used a stun gun on Hollman, who later died in the hospital.
• An autopsy report determined Hollman's death was a homicide, caused by abnormal heart rhythms due to the use of a stun gun, associated with a pre-existing cardiovascular condition.
• The lawsuit also claims that the city of Atlanta has a widespread practice of excusing the use of excessive force by failing to thoroughly investigate credible complaints. The case is currently under review by the Fulton County District Attorney’s Office.