A tragic incident in Senatobia, Mississippi, has sparked outrage after police shot into a moving vehicle, killing 1-year-old Kohen Wiley. The child’s family is demanding the release of video footage to determine if officers were truly in danger when they fired. The shooting occurred in a Walmart parking lot during a response to a shoplifting call, which the family claims involved a misunderstanding over a box of diapers. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is advocating for transparency, urging the release of body and security camera footage to clarify the situation. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is conducting an inquiry, but has not yet released any videos. The case has raised concerns about policing practices, especially in interactions with Black residents. An independent autopsy is planned to provide further insights into the shooting.
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Family of 1-year-old killed by police at a Mississippi Walmart wants video released
