Michael Mattioli

Former Milwaukee police officer Michael Mattioli was acquitted on homicide charges in the choking death of Joel Acevedo in his home.

Jury Deadlocked in Deadly Cop Chokehold Trial

After the jury said it was unable to reach a unanimous verdict in Michael Mattioli's homicide trial, they were sent to resume deliberations. More

November 22, 2023

In their rebuttal closing, prosecutors urged the jury to focus on how Michael Mattioli sounded in the 911 call they heard during the trial. More

November 22, 2023

Michael Hart, Michael Mattioli's defense attorney, told the jury that using a prone restraint is safe and did not cause Joel Acevedo's death. More

November 22, 2023

Prosecutor Paul Tiffin argued that Michael Mattioli acted out of anger and not self-defense when he held Joel Acevedo in a chokehold. More

November 22, 2023

Dr. Jeffrey Jentzen testified for Michael Mattioli's defense, saying he does not believe Joel Acevedo was killed by neck compression. More

November 21, 2023

Andrew Janowski, a friend of Michael Mattiolis, said that Joel Acevedo was the aggressor in the incident that led to his death. More

November 20, 2023

Christopher Peters described what he saw after waking up to find Michael Mattioli and Joel Acevedo arguing. More

November 20, 2023

Michael Mattioli was charged with first-degree reckless homicide in the death of Joel Acevedo, who died after being held in a chokehold. More

November 20, 2023