Hollman case goes to court

Published 12:00 am Thursday, February 14, 2008

THE SELMA TIMES-JOURNAL

Walter Hollman Jr. is ready to have his day in court. Today may be it.

The case of resisting arrest against Hollman and his grandson, Kourtney Gordon, is nearly a year old. They were both arrested by Selma police officers the night of March 16, 2007, in Hollman&8217;s front yard as family members looked on. The Hollmans claim police used excessive force. Police said they were doing their jobs.

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The hearing is expected to begin at 10:30 a.m. in Selma Municipal Court with Judge Joseph Hagood presiding.

Hollman is charged with disorderly conduct. Gordon, 21, is charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. The men were arrested at Hollman&8217;s West Drive home.