Document Type
Court Filing — Civil Cover Sheet
Date Filed
June 21, 2021
Summary
This civil cover sheet was filed alongside the federal complaint in the lawsuit brought by the estate of Donovon Lynch.
It identifies the case as a civil rights action arising from the shooting death of Lynch by a Virginia Beach police officer and outlines the parties and nature of the claims.
Key Details
- Plaintiff: Estate of Donovon Lynch
- Defendants: Solomon Simmons, City of Virginia Beach
- Case Type: Civil Rights / Wrongful Death
- Damages Sought: $50,000,000
Why This Matters
While procedural in nature, this document confirms how the case was formally categorized and filed in federal court.
The Donovon Lynch Case 