Another day, another video of a cop shooting an African-American. This time, this video comes from Chicago, and dates back to 2013. The reason footage has finally came out is because of court order. Hit the jump to see the horrific footage.
(Video) Father Of Slain Chicago College Student Breaks Down In Tears During Interview With CNN
Over the weekend Chicago police officers were responsible for the deaths of two individuals while responding to a domestic dispute. 19-year-old Quintonio Legrier was shot and killed by officers after his father called 911 to help diffuse a situation between the two; his neighbor Bettie Jones was killed in the crossfire. Authorities have taken full responsibility for the accidental shooting of Jones, but have released a statement justifying the murder of Legrier. Legrier’s father, who called the police, sat down with CNN barely able to make out full sentences as he attempted to describe how he expected for the situation to turn out and what actually happened.
(Video) King Louie Appears On CNN To Talk About Chicago Gun Violence Just A Week After Being Shot
Chicago rapper, King Louie was shot while sitting in his car just days before Christmas. Despite being shot several times including once in the head, the rapper has made an amazing recovery and was well enough to be released from the hospital and give an interview with CNN’s Don Lemon. King Louie appeared on the show to talk about the ever growing gun violence issue in the streets of Chicago. He revealed he was not only shot in the head, but seven other times and three of the bullets still are lodged in his body. When asked about the city’s issues Louie said, “The devil is working overtime in Chicago,” He also spoke out about the city’s police force, saying they are “just as crooked as the people they lock up.” Watch the interview below.
Chance The Rapper Helps Raise $60,000 For Chicago’s Homeless In 10 Ten Days
While us east coasters are still in record breaking highs for the winter, citizens living in other parts of the map endure the normal chill that this time of year has to offer; which is why Chance the Rapper assisted in the ‘Warmest Winter’ campaign. The Surf artist asked fans to donate funds to go to the Empowerment Plan; which aims to give homeless Chicago citizens jackets for the cold season. Thanks to Chance’s help with the campaign and donations from fans, more than $60,000 was raised in a matter of ten days. Hit the jump for more.
(Photos) King Louie Speaks Out After Getting Shot; Kanye & More Show Respects
Last week, Chicago rapper King Louie was shot in the head while in a car in his hometown, but thankfully, he survived the attack. He is now recovering in a local hospital, and he is getting a lot of support from his peers like Kanye West, and even Minister Louis Farrakhan, who visited him on Christmas. “MERRY XMAS 2 ALL,” Louie wrote from his bed. “ALL I WANT 4 XMAS IS 4 EVERYBODY 2 KEEP ME N THEIR PRAYERS …..IM STAYING STRONG 4 MY FAMILY & THOSE WHO R PRAYING 4 ME …..THANK U ALL.” Check out a few more pics the rapper shared in the gallery. Get well soon!
(Photos+Video) Two Chicago Residents Fatally Shot After Answering The Door For Police
Two mourning families want answers after a young college student and a mother of five were killed after answering the door for Chicago police officers in response to a domestic dispute.
