Bodycam Footage Reveals Fatal Shooting of Jayland Walker
Graphic Video and New Details Released by Ohio Police
Hundreds Gather at Akron Theater for Memorial Service
On Sunday, the Akron Police Department released a graphic body camera video and provided additional details surrounding the fatal shooting of Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old Black man. The incident unfolded in the early hours of June 27, after a traffic stop escalated into a foot chase and subsequent shooting.
The body camera footage shows Walker fleeing from police and firing a gunshot into the air. Multiple officers pursued Walker, who was unarmed at the time. The video depicts officers firing a barrage of over 90 shots at Walker, striking him multiple times. The release of the video has sparked outrage and protests in the community.
In a press conference, Akron Police Chief Stephen Mylett described the incident as "tragic" and promised a "thorough and independent" investigation. The Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has been brought in to conduct an external probe. Walker's family has called for transparency and accountability.
Meanwhile, hundreds of mourners gathered at the Akron Civic Theatre on Monday for a memorial service honoring Walker. The event was attended by family, friends, community members, and local officials. Speakers shared memories of Walker, called for justice, and urged for peaceful protest.
The release of the body camera footage has raised serious questions about the use of deadly force by police. The investigation into Walker's death is ongoing, and further updates are expected in the coming days.
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