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Overview
Unarmed African American man shot in the back five times while running away from North Charleston, South Carolina police officer Michael Slager on April 4, 2015. A bystander's video contradicted Slager's initial report. Slager was convicted of civil rights violations and sentenced to 20 years.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
Shot in the back while fleeing
Officer planted taser near body to justify shooting
Bystander video exposed police lies
Related Investigations (1)
Sources & Documentation
1 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
- Born
- February 9, 1965
Education
Key Timeline
2015 Apr 4
Shot in the back by officer Slager
2017
Slager sentenced to 20 years for civil rights violations