title
John Wyley Ritch vs. City of Gainesville; Eighth Judicial Circuit,
Court Case No. 01-2007-CA-2911 (B)
recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Attorney and/or Special Counsel if insurance coverage is available, to represent the City of Gainesville in the case John Wyley Ritch vs. City of Gainesville; Eighth Judicial Circuit, Court Case No. 01-2007-CA-2911
explanation
On July 18, 2007, the City was served with a Summons and Complaint filed by Attorney Gregg Alan Anderson on behalf of John Wyley Ritch in the Circuit Court. Mr. Ritch alleges that the Gainesville Police Department falsely arrested him, committed assault and battery against him and used excessive force. Mr. Ritch seeks money damages and attorney's fees.