fbpx
77.2 F
Los Angeles

After police shoot man, protest erupt in Kenosha

Date:

Share:

Subscribe to our Insider

Kenosha, WI — Protested erupted last night outside of the Kenosha police department after a black man, Jacob Blake, was shot in close range – seven times – by police officers yesterday.  

Per a report by USA Today, it is still unknown what transpired before the gunshots were heard, only that police were responding to a domestic incident. The video above shows Blake walking to a car being trailed by two officers who have their weapons drawn on him. They continued in that manner until Blake reached inside the car, was pulled by an officer, and then shots were fired.  

The same report stated Blake was airlifted to a hospital in Milwaukee to be treated for a serious condition. 

Wisconsin’s Governor Tony Evers spoke on the incident and being with Blake’s family yesterday. He also expressed police brutality against black men and women in America. 

Last night the Kenosha Couty put in an emergency curfew on the city at 10:15 pm after a large crowd gathered outside of the prescient.  

Outside of the Public Safety Building, protesters could be heard chanting “no justice, no peace” while police stood ground in front of the building forcing the demonstrators to move away from the building. 

The unrest in the city eventually led to multiple vehicles being set on fire, windows being broken and SWAT being called to the area.  The crowd was later broken up after tear gas was thrown. 

According to the WIS Politics, the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Division of Criminal Investigation has opened an investigation into the shooting. At the moment, the officers involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave. 

More details to come as the story develops. 

Rene' Kennedy
Rene' Kennedyhttps://theballout.com
Managing Editor of The Ball Out.

Subscribe to our Insider

━ more like this

Damian Lillard to the Bucks: Bucks’ Power Move; Miami’s Missed Opportunity

In a shocking turn of events, the Portland Trail Blazers are trading Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks. This is part of a three-team...

Donald Trump Found Liable for Fraud in New York Civil Case

Donald Trump, the 45th President of the United States, has been found liable for committing fraud in a New York civil lawsuit. The case,...

Trump’s Lawyers Accuses Jack Smith of Muzzling Attempt with Gag Order Request

In a high-intensity legal standoff, which has captivated the nation's attention, lawyers for former President Donald Trump are accusing Special Counsel Jack Smith of...

Insider: Is More Good Recruiting News Coming for Texas?

To get full access to this article, click here. The University of Texas had an explosive week of recruiting recently. What's the latest? Is there more good news on the horizon? A Stellar Week for Texas Womens Basketball It's been a whirlwind week for Texas Women's Basketball, a time marked by thrilling victories off the court. They've managed to secure commitments from two of the nation's highest-ranked prospects - Justice Carlton (No. 7) and Jordan Lee (No. 8). This winning streak in recruitment has set the stage for what could be a phenomenal recruiting class for the Longhorns.

Dobbs Outshines Dak Prescott in Cardinals’ Shocking Win Over Cowboys

In a stunning twist of gridiron fate, the Dallas Cowboys and Dak Prescott fell to the seemingly outmatched Arizona Cardinals today. Newly signed quarterback,...