FBI officials announced the next steps in their federal civil rights investigation in Ferguson, Missouri, into the shooting death of Michael Brown. The investigation is ongoing.
On , Michael Brown, a resident of Ferguson, Missouri, was shot and killed by a police officer. The incident sparked widespread protests and calls for justice.
According to a joint statement released Friday by FBI Special Agent in Charge William P. Woods, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Missouri Richard G. Callahan, and Acting Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Rights Division Molly Moran, the investigation has already made progress.
FBI agents have conducted several interviews with witnesses who were on the scene at the time of the shooting. The agents will also be canvassing the neighborhood where the shooting took place to identify individuals who may have information related to the shooting and have not yet come forward.
The officials are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the FBI at (800) CALL-FBI, option 4. They are also asking for the public’s cooperation and patience.
The investigation is proceeding, and the officials have promised a thorough and complete investigation into the shooting death of Michael Brown.
The public is reminded that the FBI can be reached at (800) CALL-FBI, option 4 for any information related to the shooting.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
Defendant/respondent: Michael Brown
Criminal charges: None
City and state: Ferguson, Missouri
Exact date:
Sentence or outcome: Investigation ongoing
Dollar amounts: None
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Key Facts
- State: Missouri
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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