Officials react to conviction in stairwell shooting case
Officials and activists in New York are reacting to the manslaughter conviction of Officer Peter Liang, who shot an unarmed man in a darkened public housing stairwell. Here are some of their comments:
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“The death of Akai Gurley was a tragedy. The jury has now spoken, and we respect its decision. We hope today’s outcome brings some closure to the Gurley family after this painful event.” — Mayor Bill de Blasio.
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