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Everyday Law · Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Sep 22, 2026 · 22-13573 · Appeal

Aunt and police officer in a tense discussion at a street corner.AI illustration

Police shooting raises questions about excessive force

An aunt questions a police officer about her nephew's fatal shooting.

TL;DR

  1. 1A woman sued after her nephew was shot by a police officer.
  2. 2The officer shot him during a chaotic and violent encounter.
  3. 3The court had to decide if the shooting was justified force.

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