Fatal Shooting of U.S. Airman Roger Fortson by Sheriff's Deputy

SOURCE www.npr.org
U.S. airman Roger Fortson was shot and killed by a sheriff's deputy in his home, with the family claiming it was unjustified. His funeral was held in Stone Crest, Ga., attended by hundreds of Air Force members and family. The incident is under investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

Key Points

  • Roger Fortson, a U.S. airman, was shot and killed by a Florida sheriff's deputy in his home
  • Family contends that the shooting was unjustified and are seeking justice for Fortson
  • Incident is under investigation by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement

Cons

  • Fatal shooting of an individual
  • Allegations of unjustified killing by law enforcement