Foley Case To Begin

It's been almost 2 years since San Diego Charge linebacker Steve Foley was shot by an off-duty police officer, essentially ending his career. The trial, where Foley is suing the shooter, Aaron Mansker and the city that employed him, Coronado, CA.

I will continue to follow this case, but in my mind, I think Foley has a strong case...even though the court will not allow the fact that Mansker was turned down by employment from 10(!) agencies, because of psychological reasons...namely, a vendetta towards drunk drivers. You then factor in that Mansker has 3 times been involved in off-duty situations, prior to Foley, that he followed Foley for over 20 minutes and then eventually shot him. The mere appearance of a renegade, over zealous officer seems to develop. I have no idea why the court would not find any of that information relevant, but I would think that Foley and his legal team will find a way to get some of that information revealed during testimony during the trial if possible.

Article here.