Tyree v. Keane

The plaintiff, William Tyree, Jr., brought this action against the defendants, Patrick Keane and Roderick Hendrigan, in which he claimed that, following the murder of his wife, Elaine Tyree, the defendants violated his Federal and Statecivilrightsby searchinghisapartment. 2 42 U.S.C. § 1983 (1976 ed.). G. L. c. 12, § 111 (1984 ed.). The complaint also alleged conversion, invasion of privacy, and trespass. Following a trial in Superior Court, the jury returned verdicts against Keane regarding the Federal civil rights, invasion of privacy, and trespass claims. The jury assessed damages in the…