The Justice Department opened a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of a black man by the Baton Rouge, La., police
Wednesday, July 6, 2016 12:03 PM EDT
Two officers were arresting Alton B. Sterling, 37, early
Tuesday, and had him pinned to the ground when at least one of them shot him — an episode that was partially captured on video. The shooting prompted protests, and relatives of Mr. Sterling, civic leaders and state lawmakers demanded an investigation independent of the Baton Rouge police.
“I have full confidence that this matter will be investigated thoroughly, impartially and professionally,” Gov. John Bel Edwards said. “I have very serious concerns. The video is disturbing, to say the least.”
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