Indiana police release video in fatal traffic stop shooting of 22-year-old Black man
An Indiana police department has released body camera video of a traffic stop in which an officer fatally shot a 22-year-old Black man, a death that prompted local protests.
An Indiana police department has released body camera video of a traffic stop in which an officer fatally shot a 22-year-old Black man, a death that prompted local protests.
Fort Wayne police released a statement this week along with edited body camera video of the stop on Saturday evening, saying the “actions from occupants inside the vehicle” caused the officer to fire. Police said a gun was pulled from the car after the shooting.
A police representative did not immediately respond to a call requesting a full, unedited copy of the incident.
The man, identified as Linzell Parhm, was taken to the hospital after the shooting and pronounced dead.
“The body camera footage is being released so the public has a transparent view of what occurred and a more accurate understanding of the events in question,” police said. “These events affect everyone involved and it is important to get all the facts necessary before reserving judgment.”
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