THORNTON, Colo. (CN) — The family of a 30-year-old woman who was shot and killed by law enforcement investigating her vehicle’s missing license plate sued the City of Thornton and officers in the Jefferson County District Court.
“Jasmine Castro was shot at least thirteen times, mostly in the back, including the back of her head,” the Estate of Jasmine Castro wrote in the 12-page complaint.
Citing unreasonable seizure and use of force, the lawsuit filed Thursday names police officers Mark Faivre, Tim Fuss and Schott Schilb who each fired at Jasmine Castro, as well as the City of Thornton that employed them. Located 10 miles north of Denver, Thornton is home to about 150,000 people…