DISCRIMINATION LAWSUIT AGAINST OLDHAM COUNTY CONTINUES

The discrimination lawsuit filed by Shelbyville, KY police officer Bruce Gentry against the Oldham County Police Department is moving along. On February 16, 2009 Robert T. Watson, counsel for Oldham County filed a response for the county to the complaint filed by Gentry.

Essentially the response denies the allegations made by the plaintiff, Gentry. The response asks that the complaint be dismissed; that the county receive a trial by jury; that the county be awarded costs expended, including a reasonable attorney fee; and, any and all other relief to which it may appear appropriately entitled.

The issue that I quickly took note of was that both sides have asked for a jury trial. This is a plus for the public in my opinion. A jury trial should result in most facets of the case being explored by both sides. Therefore, the public should be afforded the opportunity to learn the entire story. The watchdog will continue to monitor this suit and keep you updated.