The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police officer who fatally shot 21-year-old Dreasjon Reed won’t face criminal charges, a grand jury announced Tuesday night.
IMPD officer Dejoure Mercer shot Reed during a foot pursuit May 6, sparking a string of protests and demands that Mercer face consequences.
Special Prosecutor Rosemary Khoury, who was appointed to oversee the criminal investigation, said the grand jury determined there wasn't enough probable cause to charge the officer.
"This has not been an easy task and it's been a very heavy burden," Khoury said.
Later, Khoury said through tears that she is the mother of two Black boys.
He was a good boy.
A very good boy.
Except for the night he committed multiple drive by's.
IMPD officer Dejoure Mercer shot Reed during a foot pursuit May 6, sparking a string of protests and demands that Mercer face consequences.
Special Prosecutor Rosemary Khoury, who was appointed to oversee the criminal investigation, said the grand jury determined there wasn't enough probable cause to charge the officer.
"This has not been an easy task and it's been a very heavy burden," Khoury said.
Later, Khoury said through tears that she is the mother of two Black boys.
Indianapolis police officer who fatally shot Dreasjon Reed in May won't face charges, grand jury rules
The Indianapolis police officer who fatally shot Dreasjon Reed won't be charged, a grand jury has decided. Reed was shot during a foot pursuit in May.
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He was a good boy.
A very good boy.
Except for the night he committed multiple drive by's.