Harris County jury finds Baytown officer not guilty in 2019 shooting death of Pamela Turner

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Baytown police officer found not guilty in 2019 shooting death of Pamela Turner, an unarmed Black woman

"Pamela Turner's killing was a tragedy for her family and community. Bringing excessive use of force charges against an officer is always difficult and uncomfortable," district attorney Kim Ogg said Tuesday.A Baytown police officer who was on trial for the 2019 shooting death of Pamela Turner was found not guilty by a jury, according to the Harris County District Attorney's Office.

"Pamela Turner's killing was a tragedy for her family and community. Bringing excessive use of force charges against an officer is always difficult and uncomfortable," Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg said Tuesday. "We respect the jury's verdict."The shooting happened on May 13, 2019 in the 1600 block of Garth Road at The Brixton apartment complex at about 10:40 p.m.

As Delacruz tried to handcuff her, Turner allegedly grabbed the Taser and used it on him. Police said that forced Delacruz to grab his gun and fire several times, hitting Turner once.This a developing story. We will continue updating as more information becomes available.

 

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Give that man his job back.

The jury has spoken. Case closed

Reap what you sow

Unarmed? Hm they said she took his tazer and used it on him 😳

Another case of kimoggforda overcharging police officers for nothing more than politics. The war on police in Harris County must stop

TDCAA 'As Delacruz tried to handcuff her, Turner allegedly grabbed the Taser and used it on him. Police said that forced Delacruz to grab his gun and fire several times, hitting Turner once. The officer did attempt to render aid but was unsuccessful, as Turner died at the scene.'

No justice no peace

Folks so scared of sitting in jail for a day. Get it the back of the car. Not worth dying for.

Burden of proof, related to the charge, is more than likely why.

This is FOUL.

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