Prosecutors overseeing the case against two Atlanta Police Department officers in the shooting death of Rayshard Brooks said Tuesday the officers 'committed no crimes.'
Skandalakis contrasted this case to the deaths of George Floyd and Ahmaud Arbery, which both saw murder convictions.Neighbors held a memorial at the Wendy's where he died, 2 years after his death.Following the special prosecutor's announcement, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens released a statement saying in part, "we must maintain our commitment to the work of creating safe communities through collaboration between police and the people they serve.
"In Atlanta, we hold ourselves to the highest standards. Through engagement with community advocates, the Atlanta City Council, the Atlanta Police Department and others, we have listened and moved forward proactively with significant reforms. The Department has reviewed its standard operating procedures and enhanced training on how to deescalate confrontations. We are continually investing in training to ensure our officers make up the most qualified and proficient force in the country.
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