Illinois deputy sheriff faces murder charges for shooting woman who called 911
Fired Illinois deputy sheriff faces murder charges for fatally shooting a woman who had called 911 for help in Springfield. Video of the shooting released.
Key Points
- Deputy sheriff fired for the shooting
- Victim had called 911 for help
- Murder charges filed against the deputy sheriff
Pros
- Justice being pursued for the victim
- Transparency with the release of the video tape
Cons
- Tragic loss of life
- Violation of public trust by law enforcement officer