SENATOBIA, Miss. (WJTV) – The Carlos Moore Law Group has filed a federal lawsuit against the Senatobia Police Department after an officer allegedly assaulted a woman.

Attorney Carlos Moore said Shanterra Jackson’s civil rights were violated during a traffic stop on August 25, 2023. He said Jackson was a passenger in a vehicle that was pulled over by a Sardis police officer.

According to the lawsuit, Jackson and her companion were pulled out of the car. It stated the officer did not provide a valid reason for the stop.

Moore said Officer McNeil with the Senatobia Police Department arrived at the scene, detained Jackson without probable cause and took her to a wooded area. Jackson said she was sexually assaulted by the officer.

“We are resolute in our pursuit of justice for Shanterra Jackson and in holding the Senatobia Police Department accountable for their egregious actions. The conduct of Officer McNeil represents a gross abuse of power and a flagrant violation of Ms. Jackson’s civil rights,” said Moore. “No individual should suffer such a traumatic experience at the hands of those entrusted to uphold the law. We demand accountability and transparency in this matter to prevent future injustices.”

The lawsuit is seeking $10 million in compensatory damages.