Deputies who shot US airman to death burst into wrong apartment, lawyer Ben Crump says
The tragic incident involves the fatal shooting of Senior Airman Roger Fortson, a Black U.S. Air Force member, in his Florida apartment by sheriff deputies who mistakenly entered the wrong unit. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, representing Fortson’s family, highlighted that Fortson, armed legally and not causing any disturbance, was shot multiple times by deputies who allegedly failed to identify themselves properly. The deputies’ actions resulted in Fortson’s death, despite his pleas of inability to breathe after being shot. Crump emphasizes the need for transparency and immediate release of body camera footage, calling for accountability from authorities. The incident has sparked investigations by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the State Attorney’s Office, with the deputy involved placed on administrative leave. The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office expressed condolences and promised cooperation with the investigations. Fortson, a member of the Special Operations Squadron, had a vital role in loading cannons during missions.
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