Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

irisblue

(34,255 posts)
Wed Jul 13, 2022, 11:11 AM Jul 2022

Jayland Walker's casket today is open, just like Emmett Till's 67 years ago

source-https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/2022/07/13/emmett-till-jayland-walker-funeral-service-open-casket-akron-police-shooting/10046720002/
Writer & original sourceAmanda Garrett
Akron Beacon Journal

snip-His family chose to leave his casket open for the viewing and funeral at the Akron Civic Theatre.

snip-People leaving the visitation at the Akron Civic Theater Wednesday morning told the Beacon Journal the mood inside was somber and quiet. They described Walker's body as being prepared for viewing but said some evidence of his wounds remained.

snip-Akron police shot Walker about 60 times following a chase on June 27, with police body cameras capturing the scene. The city blurred images of Walker's body when releasing the footage during a press conference July 3.

More at the Akron Beacon Journal/beaconjournal.com

(In the article there are a few paragraphs on who Till was & why what his mother did was vital to US history, we here at DU already know this)





Latest Discussions»Region Forums»Ohio»Jayland Walker's casket t...