PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia judge dismissed charges against a former city cop who was captured on camera striking a student protester with a metal baton during a peaceful protest last summer, according to court documents.Former Police Staff Inspector Joseph Bologna, 54, was freed from charges of reckless endangerment, possession of an instrument of crime and felony aggravated assault.
Bologna's attorney said a lack of evidence from witnesses lead to the charges being dismissed. According to attorneys Fortunato Perry and Brian McMonagle, Bologna has the option to be fully reinstated to his original position but remains unsure about returning to the force.Staff Inspector Joe Bologna turned himself in Monday morning in front of a crowd of.