"An Injustice Anywhere Is A Threat To Justice Everywhere"
Welcome to the Courtroom Accountability Project
A Message from the Founders
Over thirty years ago, we set out to prove that real stories drive real change. Through investigative reporting, courtroom advocacy, and Emmy Award–winning journalism, we have
shaped policy reform in police departments nationwide and contributed to training materials used by thousands of officers across the country. More importantly, we have helped countless
individuals achieve the outcomes they deserved under the most trying and heartbreaking circumstances.
What began as a commitment to exposing overlooked truths has evolved into a broader mission — strengthening accountability systems, supporting those navigating complex legal challenges, and making justice accessible to everyone.
— Diop Kamau & Tyra Ferrel
Our Mission Statement
We are a licensed private investigation firm that provides state-of-the-art investigative support to victims of civil rights abuses, legal counsels, law school clinics, domestic violence groups and nonprofits.
Our mission is to ensure justice, safety, and accountability remain within reach for those who need it most — not just the privileged few.
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Featured Cases
The nation's leading domestic violence hotline recognized our life-saving efforts. Learn how we made a difference.
The National Domestic Violence Hotline personally thanked PoliceAbuse.com for assisting survivors and exposing systemic failures in law enforcement response. Our investigative work provided critical support to victims who had nowhere …
He was suffocated in jail. We uncovered the truth and helped his family win justice.
Daniel LinsonBigler died in the Clay County Jail under suspicious circumstances. We conducted an in-depth investigation, interviewed an eyewitness inmate, and turned over critical evidence to his family’s attorney. As …
A hidden camera investigation led to a new civilian review board and legal reform.
Our hidden camera investigation into the Long Beach Police Department led to the first civilian complaint review board in the city and helped change California’s Penal Code 118.1, increasing penalties …
We investigated police departments across the U.S.—and changed their policies.
Our investigations have led to policy changes in over 100 police departments, affecting thousands of officers nationwide. The Department of Justice adopted our investigative videos as part of their official …
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