BLUF: An unarmed 11-year-old boy was shot by a police officer while trying to protect his mother during a domestic disturbance, adding to a growing list of police brutality cases stemming from unwarranted shows of force in response to 911 calls.
Aderrien Murry acted heroically when he called 911 for assistance during a domestic disturbance involving his mother and was instead met with a violently disproportionate response by Officer Greg Capers, who fired his weapon and shot Aderrien in the chest despite the family’s compliance. This tragic incident highlights the hazards of requesting assistance from those pledged to serve and protect and adds to the disturbing trend of police brutality cases resulting from unwarranted shows of force.Source…