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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — More than two years after a police raid on Breonna Taylor's home, federal charges have been filed against multiple officers for their alleged role in her death.
Her killing by officers led to months of unrest in Louisville and beyond.
Before Thursday, only one officer was charged from the state's investigation, and he was acquitted by a jury. Now, he and three others are facing charges from the justice department. Read the full story here.
Several local leaders are reacting to the new development.
Mayor Greg Fischer released a statement that said, in part: "While we cannot reverse her tragic death, we can and must continue to pursue justice for her. I deeply appreciate the hard work of the federal government to tirelessly pursue this case."
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Rep. John Yarmuth, who represents Louisville, also tweeted out a statement. He said, "Justice delayed is justice denied. But it맥스카지노s never too late to do the right thing. Despite Daniel Cameron맥스카지노s best efforts, accountability is finally coming for those responsible for Breonna Taylor맥스카지노s death. It맥스카지노s about damn time."
Charles Booker, who is running for U.S. Senate against Rand Paul, sent this statement to 비바카지노 Viva:
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"To Tamika Palmer and the family, to every organizer, to every neighbor who lifted their voices, and to the officials who upheld their responsibility to investigate the facts and stand up against injustice, I thank you. To every Kentuckian who locked arms from Pikeville to Paducah, I thank you. The work to realize true justice is far from complete, but I pray this announcement strengthens our collective resolve to keep leading toward the healing we deserve. We will never stop saying her name."
Kentucky's Senate Minority Leader Morgan McGarvey tweeted:
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Democratic candidate for Louisville mayor Craig Greenberg said: "These indictments are long overdue. I commend the FBI and DOJ for delivering accountability where others, including Kentucky맥스카지노s Attorney General, fell agonizingly short. Transparency and honesty are crucial, especially in a tragedy like the killing of Breonna Taylor.
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