Officer-Involved Involuntary Manslaughter Trial to Start October 3, 2016
The trial of a Paradise police officer, Patrick Feaster, accused of involuntary manslaughter, starts today, Monday October 3rd, 2016 in the Butte County Superior Court. Officer Feaster was charged with involuntary manslaughter related to the death of Mr. Andrew Thomas that arose from the accidental discharge of his service weapon following a felony drunk driving accident by Mr. Thomas that involved the fatality of his wife. Officer Feaster is represented by Paul Q. Goyette of Goyette & Associates Inc. Overall the defense is confident in its approach to this case after months of intense preparation.