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Cops Shoots Unarmed Black Man While His Fiancee and Kids Watched

By Victor Omondi Arizona cops shot a 26-year-old construction worker while his children and fiancee watched late last week. The incident took place in Mesa, Arizona, and was captured in a video by a neighbor. In the video, the man identified as Lorenzo Jones is seen emptying his pocket and handing his keys to his […]

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