Controversial Fatal Shooting by Georgia Deputy
A Georgia sheriff's deputy involved in a fatal shooting during a traffic stop will not face criminal charges despite controversy. The family of the deceased is suing the deputy and sheriff for excessive force.
Key Points
- Deputy involved in fatal shooting during a traffic stop.
- Family of the deceased filed a federal lawsuit against the deputy and sheriff.
- Controversy over the deputy's history of violence and use of force.
Pros
- District attorney deemed the use of deadly force as objectively reasonable given the circumstances.
Cons
- Family attorneys believe excessive force was used by the deputy.
- Deputy had a history of violence and was on a third discipline for using excessive force before being hired by the sheriff's office.