Former Columbus Police Officer Adam Coy Found Guilty of Murder in Shooting Death of Andre Hill
A jury has reached a verdict in the high-profile trial of Adam Coy, a former police officer in Ohio, finding him guilty of murder for the fatal shooting of unarmed Black man Andre Hill. The incident occurred in a garage where Hill, who was holding a cellphone and keys, was shot by Coy, who claimed he mistook the keys for a weapon. The conviction has sparked reactions from community leaders and families affected by police violence, expressing a sense of hope for justice. The trial garnered significant attention due to the racial implications and the nature of the offense.
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