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Grand Jury Clears Officer in Death After Traffic Stop

Grand Jury Clears Officer in Death After Traffic Stop

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A Fulton County grand jury declined to indict former Atlanta police officer Kiran Kimbrough on manslaughter charges in the death of Johnny Hollman Sr., who died after a struggle following a minor car accident. Hollman refused to sign a citation, leading to a physical altercation where Kimbrough used a taser. An autopsy ruled the death a homicide, citing contributing heart disease. Kimbrough's lawyer argued Hollman's death resulted from medical complications and resisting arrest. The District Attorney may seek a new indictment, while Hollman's family expressed devastation and vowed to continue their fight for justice. Kimbrough was fired by Atlanta officials, and the city settled a lawsuit with the family for $3.8 million.

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