A man is suing the Metropolitan Police Department, alleging that he was threatened, harassed, and seriously injured by officers while he was a passenger in a vehicle during a traffic stop.

Jermiah Carter stated in the complaint filed this month that the department, including officers Victoria Cuevas and Denton Burt, violated his civil rights and the Nevada Constitution.

The complaint, filed by attorney Adam Breeden, also said that Metro, as the employer, is “vicariously liable” for the actions of officers Cuevas and Burt, and alleges that both officers breached their duty when they committed battery against Carter.

Metro declined to respond to the allegations, noting that the department “does not comment on pending litigation.”

On Aug. 15, 2024, Carter was riding in a vehicle that was

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