7:59 pm
We moved a block away and heard a loud bang while behind a building. When we came around the corner, we saw that fires have spread pic.twitter.com/Ex02TOZiG1
— David Guildford (@guildford56) September 23, 2020
Flames and rising smoke at 6th and Jefferson. pic.twitter.com/2GRhwrKPxW
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
7:46 pm
And now an unlawful assembly has been declared. pic.twitter.com/VeR9R55SL2
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
7:43 pm
Flames at the Hall of Justice. pic.twitter.com/AYxeEs5iR7
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
7:35 pm
Sun has set in #Louisville #BreonnaTaylor @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/YEEVs7e8QJ
— Jonathon Gregg (@JohnnyGregg) September 23, 2020
7:30 pm
Reminder: The county-wide curfew starts at 9 p.m.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
7:26 pm
Aidan Romero, 13, made this poster. He is holding it up toward an officer stationed at a rooftop in Downtown #Louisville #BreonnaTaylor @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/VlB8bmC3yh
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
7:05 pm — Kentucky Army and Air National Guardsmen have been mobilized to support the LMPD and its mission to protect critical infrastructure. These Soldiers and Airmen will work in shifts to provide 24 hours of support. “We’re here to support the city of Louisville and its citizens and provide public safety,” said Brig. Gen. Hal Lamberton, Adjutant General of the Kentucky National Guard.
7:13 pm
Ky. National Guard Activated to Help Protect Kentuckians safety and protect critical infrastructure. #breonnataylor pic.twitter.com/H8SNzqVriD
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
7:09 pm
Kentucky State Police and @LMPD are downtown. Officers are walking westbound on Market Street, @johnnygregg reports. pic.twitter.com/C90IKFdR0Y
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
7:00 pm
Big group at 6th and Liberty.
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
People being encouraged to call their friends and get them down to the park. pic.twitter.com/cJtab3oEzs
6:58 pm
.@khyati_tv is in downtown Louisville where protesters have gathered. Law enforcement is there and on guard. pic.twitter.com/2PQdTwioHu
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
6:47 pm
Protests have start to march in downtown #Louisville #BreonnaTaylor @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/uE4jvZ5HVm
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
6:46 pm
LMPD mobilizing at market and 6th street in Downtown Louisville. #BreonnaTaylor @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/8IGDrLLWYa
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
6:33 pm
Read the press release from today’s announcement regarding the completion of the investigation into the death of Ms. Breonna Taylor, and the Grand Jury’s decision: https://t.co/6JZ8rS1SXN
— Attorney General Daniel Cameron (@kyoag) September 23, 2020
6:32 pm
KSP standing by across Republic Bank in Downtown Louisville. #BreonnaTaylor @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/wslE5hdfRX
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
6:30 pm
A line of State Police with riot shields is in a parking lot on Market and 6th. With them, a big truck. pic.twitter.com/8Zc5mflwAA
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
6:26 pm During a news conference at the White House, Trump had this to say on the Breonna Taylor case: “Really brilliant Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron — he’s doing a fantastic job. I think he’s a star, and he made a statement that I’ll just read: ‘Justice is not often easy. It does not fit the mold of public opinion and it does not conform to shifting standards it answers only to the facts and to the law. If we simply act on emotion or outrage, there’s no justice. Mob justice is not justice. Justice sought by violence is not justice. It just becomes revenge.’ I mean, I heard that and I said, ‘Write that down for me please.’ Because I think it was a terrific statement. He’s handling it very well. You know who he is. I think everyone now knows who he is. I will be speaking to the governor. We have a call scheduled to make very shortly with the governor. I understand he’s called up the National Guard, which is a good thing. I think it’s a very positive thing, and it’ll all work out."
6:02 pm
I joined @Booker4KY & Executive Secretary Brown to respond to the grand jury report on the death of Breonna Taylor. While I cannot control the decision made – I called for more information to be released because those hurting deserve the facts. Full video: https://t.co/A4wfLH0VVU pic.twitter.com/n3NLFPQtTW
— Governor Andy Beshear (@GovAndyBeshear) September 23, 2020
5:51 pm
Ben Crump responds to Wednesday's announcement in the #BreonnaTaylor case. https://t.co/YTE0W4o2dE
— Mario Anderson 📺 (@MarioAndersonTV) September 23, 2020
5:49 pm
Bardstown Road is now open to traffic following some tense moments earlier in the day, including one where chemical agents were released onto protesters, @guildford56 reports. pic.twitter.com/UumbrmWDvs
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
5:43 pm
5:24 pm Brett Hankison was booked into the Shelby County Detention Center this afternoon and posted $15,000 cash bond and is now out . This is his new mugshot.
5:36 pm
.@JoeRagusa was in Frankfort and has a report on @GovAndyBeshear reaction to today's #BreonnaTaylor decision. pic.twitter.com/z6Ou2hxBUJ
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
5:32 pm
Protesters and police a few minutes ago #BreonnaTaylor #Louisville @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/owVAQg4bSI
— Jonathon Gregg (@JohnnyGregg) September 23, 2020
5:25 pm
And now much of the police presence is leaving the Highlands heading back down toward downtown. pic.twitter.com/X19TnaSN78
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
5:17 pm
Corner of Cherokee and Bardstown road. @SpectrumNews1KY #BreonnaTaylor pic.twitter.com/PbYBfkHM8O
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
5:16 pm
And now police are moving. pic.twitter.com/EZsRdKZgvc
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
5:11 pm
Fischer says he's convinced movements will lead to a better tomorrow.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Fischer says, "our country has been here before... Racism has haunted our nation since its founding days."
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
5:10 pm
Q: What has been response inside department to Mattingly's letter sent to officers?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Schroeder: We are aware, looking into the situation. Represents his views, not LMPD's views.
5:09 pm
Q: Agree with AG's findings?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: I support the grand jury process. I have not been privy to information that was part of the process. As the information that was considered comes out, I can weigh in or whether or not I agree with resolution of the case.
5:08 pm
Q: If officers were not found responsible for Breonna's death, why did city settle?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: Important to start healing process. Believe it was right decision to make. There were police reforms for more transparency.
I’m getting reaction from members of Kentucky’s congressional delegation on the Grand Jury and Attorney General Daniel Cameron‘s decision not to charge the officers involved with killing #BreonnaTaylor with murder. A former LMPD officer was charged with wanton endangerment. pic.twitter.com/PgFtt0txiH
— Eva McKend (@evamckend) September 23, 2020
Q: Have officers arrested Hankison? How many people have been arrested in protests?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Interim Police Chief Schroeder: Hankison has not been arrested by LMPD. AG's office would be one to coordinate that. Several protesters have been arrested, don't have numbers or charges.
Q: Will you fire Cosgrove, Mattingly?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: If there's a fireable offense at the end of the investigation.
5:06 pm
Q: Will you call on AG to release grand jury report?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: I believe any information that does not jeopardize AG's case or FBI's case should now be open for public to be informed.
5:04 pm
Fischer's says lets turn to each other, not on each other, in this moment.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Police still with the street blocked at Bardstown and Midand.
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
Quiet for the moment. pic.twitter.com/AQRa4IYQ4S
After the top-to-bottom review of LMPD, Fischer says he believes there will be more changes.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
5:02pm
Fischer says it has been a "long and agonizing" wait for today's announcement.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
I am now addressing the @kyoag's announcement regarding the Breonna Taylor case. Please join us now. https://t.co/aJXHOOL10C
— Mayor Greg Fischer (@louisvillemayor) September 23, 2020
4:58 pm
Beshear says his prayer is to achieve a better world, to listen, hear and do what's necessary. Hopes all of us can move closer to the world "God calls us to create."
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:53 pm
Q: Talks about special session on police reform?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: They continue. Any progress would have to be substantial. We have to have agreement. Want to make sure we have that as we come in.
4:52 pm
Q: Understanding what "under their own command" means?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: In early protests, Guard was sent out based on instruction and command from LMPD. While they are talking with LMPD, others, every decision about Guards is made by the Guard.
4:50 pm
Q: More detail on KSP?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: Also limited group of KSP officers who are assisting in Louisville. They are their own unit. They are under KSP command. Providing assistance if needed. They will serve specific requests and missions.
4:49 pm
Q: AG's task force on search warrants in Kentucky?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: We would serve on the task force. I think it's a good idea. Could be merged into group of legislators that's been meeting. Could be merged into discussions we've had with Black Legislative Caucus.
4:48 pm
Booker says we should finally have the conversation on reparations in Kentucky.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:47pm
Protesters make their way toward downtown #Louisville on Baxter Avenue. #BreonnaTaylor pic.twitter.com/ENIFVfhD0a
— Michon Lindstrom (@MichonLindstrom) September 23, 2020
Q: Legislation that could prevent what happened to Breonna Taylor, address poverty?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Booker: Breonna's Law has already been pre-filed, just a start. We have opportunity to expand citizen review and secure subpoena power. There's legislation on impact assessments for policies.
4:45 pm
Beshear confirms the National Guard has been deployed, using the same language he did earlier this week about the “limited” scope of their missions and that they’re under their own command
— Joe Ragusa (@JoeRagusa) September 23, 2020
4:43pm
Q: Why certain law enforcement measures are in place?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: No snipers, law enforcement wants high vantage point. Not intending to put anybody in a "sniper" position. Today I authorized limited deployment of National Guard. Goal is to keep people safe.
4:40 pm
Q: Feel like drug crimes in Kentucky are enforced correctly? What are potential changes?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: We have an addiction crisis. Best way to address that is help people get better. Only way we win the war on drugs is to help people.
4:39 pm
Q: Believe expectations were too high leading into announcement?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: I don't know exactly where expectations were, I believe it's really hard to put in context a decision today without knowing what it took to come to this decision.
4:38 pm
Beshear says he believes the racial and demographic makeup of the grand jury is a legitimate question. Doesn't believe it will compromise anything since Louisville is fairly diverse.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:36 pm
"Eyes of the world are on Louisville," Beshear says.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Q: Message to demonstrators taking to the streets?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: I will listen, and I want to hear. I truly want a better world for your kids and mine. I will never tell someone to not speak out for what they believe in. Ask that we don't engage in violence.
4:33 pm
Q: Anything that you have been able to detect that the investigation was flawed in any way?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: Would need to see evidence, statements, what was and wasn't done to have any comment on that. I think that everybody looking back wishes that things had been done differently.
4:32 pm
Q: Do you believe justice was done?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: I believe we need to see the facts, evidence. I hope moving forward there are more explanations of process. I know Tamika Palmer has got to be in a lot of pain today.
Didn't see what started this. The guy in the car was threatening her with a spray can of some sort. pic.twitter.com/zaChfzrZ4f
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
4:29 pm
Q: What can state do/are you planning any proposals?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: I've been intensely focused on healthcare. Black and African American Kentuckians impacted worse by COVID-19. It's about building wealth in a community where we haven't provided those opportunities, education opportunities.
4:27 pm
Q: Does Open Records Act require AG to release the file if requested?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: It would seem that investigation and any further movement are done, can't be any prejudicing. It's time to release those ballistics reports. Those are the types of facts that can help us process.
4:26 pm
Seconds before protesters clashed with a line of LMPD officers. LMPD tried to flank the group, the crowd got a bit panicked, and at one point a chemical agent was released. We felt it in our eyes and mouths. Not a significant amount of chemicals. #BreonnaTaylor pic.twitter.com/oYvYSNsDFe
— David Guildford (@guildford56) September 23, 2020
4:25 pm
Q: Response to those gathered outside KY History Center saying 'divide is greater than ever'?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: I want to make sure I hear that pain and frustration. We've seen even before this the amount of pain that is out there. I hope they realize our commitment, at least my commitment.
4:21 pm
Booker urges people to not be quiet or slow down. "Lean in with love," he says.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Booker says we have to do the work to make sure we can all be free and safe. "[Breonna] should be here to pursue her dreams," Booker says.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Booker says when he leaves, he will go home to Louisville's West End. People are hurting there.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:19 pm
Booker says justice failed us today.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Booker says marchers come from all walks of life.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:18 pm
Booker recognizes protesters who have risen up and shown up every day.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:17 pm
"Breonna Taylor should be alive today," Booker said.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Booker recognizes Breonna Taylor's mother Tamika Palmer. "They are dealing with pain and trauma that will never really go away," Booker said.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:16 pm
Booker says our community has been through so much this year. It speaks to generations of pain and inequity.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Booker says he represents the Commonwealth of Kentucky and a lot of people who feel pain right now.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:15 pm
.@Booker4KY steps up to the podium.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Brown reflects on lyrics by Common and John Legend: "... Only love, love, love can reboot us."
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:13 pm
Brown says he hopes we don't take a "regressive" step forward in changing behaviors.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:12 pm
Brown says he's not going to try to explain what happened with grand jury but encourages everyone to learn how the system works and what the charges are.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:11 pm
Says the efforts to change hearts and minds sometimes aren't enough. Need changes to behaviors and processes.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:10 pm
Brown says he's lived through a lot of things, has seen assassinations of JFK, MLK, Malcom X. Was born before Brown v. Board of Education.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
The was the police line just before the pepper balls. Not clear what provoked it. pic.twitter.com/4F3m08V44o
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
4:08 pm
Beshear requests that AG release all information, evidence he can without compromising felony counts.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:07 pm
Beshear says he appreciates @kyoag's communication with his office ahead of the announcement.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
4:05 pm
.@GovAndyBeshear is here to talk about the Breonna Taylor case.
— Joe Ragusa (@JoeRagusa) September 23, 2020
“I cannot control decisions made by the Attorney General’s office. I cannot control the decisions made by a grand jury.”
Beshear says he can only control what he can do as Governor to deal with systemic racism pic.twitter.com/xj8WgEIIEK
4:04 pm
Beshear says that as governor, he cannot control decisions made by AG. He cannot control decisions made by grand jury. He doesn't lead local law enforcement offices.
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
Pepper balls. pic.twitter.com/nDvyBSQFuo
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
3:57 pm
Bardstown Road right now.
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
Water bottles flying. Lots of pops. And something is making me cough. pic.twitter.com/sa6iWgDCcv
3:47 pm
Yesterday, a day before a grand jury chose not to charge him, one of the officers who broke into Breonna Taylor's home and shot her to death wrote, "I know we did the legal, moral and ethical thing that night." [1/4]
— Rep. John Yarmuth (@RepJohnYarmuth) September 23, 2020
3:40 pm A recording of the Jefferson County Grand Jury report
3:28 pm
An aggressive argument unfolded after an artist brought his piece at #BreonnaTaylor’s memorial. Protesters took off his wig. @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/BwxPxZcKFD
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
3:24 pm
State rep. @atticascott4ky being interviewed by @AshleighMNews #BreonnaTaylor #Louisville pic.twitter.com/dXc3HyeSXB
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
3:15 pm
Secretary of State Michael Adams offers his thoughts on how @kyoag handled the Breonna Taylor investigation https://t.co/IG9EQTDDMU
— Joe Ragusa (@JoeRagusa) September 23, 2020
3:12 pm
Way to really rub it in. Three counts for the shots into the apartment of the white neighbors, but no counts for the...
Posted by Sam Aguiar on Wednesday, September 23, 2020
JUST IN: @GovAndyBeshear will discuss the Breonna Taylor case with @Booker4KY and cabinet secretary J. Michael Brown at 4 today, the same time he was scheduled to give his regular coronavirus update pic.twitter.com/MnPay1ScV4
— Joe Ragusa (@JoeRagusa) September 23, 2020
2:59 pm
.@sicard_crystal is outside the Kentucky Historical Society, talking to protesters who gathered to hear today's announcement on the Breonna Taylor case. pic.twitter.com/Tfm9PszZNH
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
2:49 pm
Tender moment between a marcher a some small children.
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
“We love you. We are here protecting you.” pic.twitter.com/tS2zG6T3l8
2:37 pm
Q: How did Breonna Taylor's family receive the news?
— Spectrum News 1 Kentucky (@SpectrumNews1KY) September 23, 2020
A: It was a hard meeting. I won't go any further. It was difficult. When I ran for this office, I ran because I had ideas in mind. You never know exactly what issues you'll be presented with. Today was one of those challenges.
2:32 pm
A house a few feet away from where the @kyoag is having a press conference about the #BreonnaTaylor case has played this song out of window nonstop for more than an hour. pic.twitter.com/acgNdQUbGl
— Brandon Roberts (@b_robertsmedia) September 23, 2020
“Abolish the police”
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
“LMPD Kills”
“ACAB” pic.twitter.com/x4uaYCrCPo
2:30 pm
Attorney General Cameron has shown immense courage in taking on the investigation of the killing of Breonna Taylor; great diligence in painstakingly running down every lead; and extraordinary grace under pressure in detailing his findings before the eyes of our country. 1/3
— KY Sec. of State Michael Adams (@KYSecState) September 23, 2020
A house in downtown Frankfort across from where the @kyoag is having a press conference about the #BreonnaTaylor displays signs of support. pic.twitter.com/SmVcVQBCRO
— Brandon Roberts (@b_robertsmedia) September 23, 2020
2:26 pm
A protester watches the press conference held by @kyoag #Breannataylor #Louisville @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/0D0OJLPslO
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020
2:25 pm
Protesters in Frankfort huddle closely to listen the the @kyoag press conference about the #BreonnaTaylor decision. pic.twitter.com/rOIiltI5a4
— Brandon Roberts (@b_robertsmedia) September 23, 2020
2:23 pm
Main takeaway: Former @lmpd officer Brett Hankison faces three counts of 1st degree manslaughter. The other two officers face no charges. Cameron said, since Kenneth Walker fired first, Mattingly and Cosgrove were justified under self defenses
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:18 pm
Moving up 2nd Street now. pic.twitter.com/q8Q6V4Q2q1
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
2:16 pm
#VIDEO | Protestors take to the empty streets of Downtown Louisville, moments after Wednesday's announcement of Wanton Endangerment Charges for Only 1 Officer.
— Mario Anderson 📺 (@MarioAndersonTV) September 23, 2020
The charges are not related to the death of #BreonnaTaylor, who died on 3/13. The shots were fired into adjoining apts. pic.twitter.com/7Uhd5axdAN
2:15 pm
The grand jury indicted Former Officer Brett Hankison on 3 counts of Wanton Endangerment, 1st degree. The judge set his bond at $15,000 full cash. AG Cameron says there is no conclusive evidence that any of the shots Hankison fired into #BreonnaTaylor’s apartment stuck her. pic.twitter.com/MwhYiGu5i1
— Kayla Moody (@KaylaMoody) September 23, 2020
Cameron said, because there is an impending indictment and ongoing FBI investigation, he will not currently be releasing that full grand jury report.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:13 pm
Why wanton endangerment instead of a greater charge like second degree manslaughter? Cameron said this was the grand jury's conclusion
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:11 pm
When asked if he made a recommendation to the grand jury, he said grand jury process is secret ... essentially not answering the question.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:10 pm
The grand jury was given all of the evidence and made the determination that Hankison was the one to be indicted.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
"This is a tragedy. Sometimes the criminal law is not adequate to respond to a tragedy."
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:09 pm
Based on evidence nothing conclusive to say any of Hankison's bullets hit Ms. Taylor.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
Cameron wouldn't answer the racial makeup of members of the grand jury.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:07 pm
Cameron said he spoke to Fischer and Beshear leading up to the announcement and he advised both to do whatever it takes to keep people safe.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:05 pm
"If we simply act on emotion or outrage, there is no justice." - Cameron
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:04 pm
"I know not everyone will be satisfied with the charges brought forth today.." - Cameron
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:03 pm
We wil continue to prosecute the charges brought about in this case while the FBI continues its investigation of potential violations of federal law.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
"Justice is not often easy." - Cameron
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
No charges will be brought forth against Mattingly and Cosgrove.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
He said the grand jury agrees Mattingly and Cosgrove were justified in use of force in self defense.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:02 pm
Cameron said his office is prepared to prosecute Hankison on those charges.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:01 pm
The grand jury voted to return an indictment against Hankison for wanton endangerment. If found guilty, the accused could serve up to five years for each count.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
2:00 pm
Lawyers with AG's office presented their findings before a grand jury starting Monday and concluding today.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:59 pm
He said
Mattingly and Cosgrove were justified in firing their weapons after they were fired upon first. (by Kenneth Walker)
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
There is nothing our investigators could point to saying why one lab could make a call while the other could not.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:58 pm
FBI Crime Lab ballistics analysis determined the fatal shot was fired by Det. Cosgrove.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:57 pm
Det. Hankison fired his weapon 10 times including from outside through a bedroom window. Some of those bullets also struck another apartment.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
Cameron said only one shot was fatal.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
Mattingly returned fire down the hallway firing six shots. Cosgrove shot 16 times from the doorway. In total, six bullets struck Breonna Taylor.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:56 pm
Cameron said Kenneth Walker fired the shot that hit Sgt. Mattingly.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
After breaching the door, Sgt. Mattingly was the first and only officer to enter the apartment. He saw a man (Kenneth Walker) holding a gun arms extended in a shooting stance.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:55 pm
Evidence shows the officers knocked and announced their presence. Cameron said this is confirmed by a witness who lives nearby.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
Federal law enforcement partners are investigating part regarding attainment of the search warrant.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:54 pm
March 13: LMPD officers executed search warrant at Taylor's apartment. Officers were advised by superiors to knock and announce their presence.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:53 pm
He said not doing that violates rights to a fair trial and could affect the jury pool.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:52 pm
The team conducted interviews. He said they concluded the last interview in this case last Friday and started the grand jury presentation on Monday.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
Had to get evidence from ballistics like 911 calls, bullets, etc.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
There was no video or body camera footage of officers trying to execute a search warrant. Video begins when patrol officers arrive.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:51 pm
He said his team conducted a thorough investigation to better understand the events that led to Breonna Taylor's death.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
He said his investigation focused on the events on Breonna Taylor's apartment on March 13.
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:50 pm
Jefferson County Grand Jury indicts former ofc. Brett Hankison with 3 counts of Wanton Endangerment in 1st Degree for bullets that went into other apartments but NOTHING for the murder of Breonna Taylor. This is outrageous and offensive! pic.twitter.com/EarmBAhhuf
— Ben Crump (@AttorneyCrump) September 23, 2020
1:49 pm
Cameron: "The pain many people are feeling is understandable."
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:48 pm
Cameron said he met with #BreonnaTaylor’s mom, Tamika Palmer, before stepping to this podium. pic.twitter.com/CXXhZRhQGz
— Amber Smith (@ambersmithtv) September 23, 2020
1:28 pm
These images at Jefferson Square, in the first moments after the #BreonnaTaylor decision was announced (excuse any language) @SpectrumNews1KY pic.twitter.com/CCMmZcmlKD
— Ashleigh Mills (@AshleighMNews) September 23, 2020
“That’s it?”
— Adam K. Raymond (@adamkraymond) September 23, 2020
Confusion and frustration in Jefferson Square Park after the grand jury announcement. pic.twitter.com/fYWSDP2YIn
A crowd at Jefferson Square Park gathers around a speaker to hear the grand jury decision in the #BreonnaTaylor investigation pic.twitter.com/eZ0vFw0j21
— David Guildford (@guildford56) September 23, 2020
1:27 pm
Reaction to the decision from the grand jury. Tears, cursing and more interpretations unfolding at Downtown Louisville. @SpectrumNews1KY
— Khyati Patel (@khyati_tv) September 23, 2020.
The news is sinking in here at the square. #BreonnaTaylor pic.twitter.com/joGXL9d3t3
For details on the Breonna Taylor case and how we arrived at today's decision, here is a synopsis of the case.