Family of the alleged shoplifter who died while in custody calls for eyewitnesses to come forward
The family of an alleged shoplifter who died while in custody of Flatbush Stop & Shop security guards are asking for eyewitnesses to help prosecutors with the criminal investigation.
Almost six months since Ralph Nimmons was pinned on the ground by the Tilden Avenue grocery store security guards for allegedly stealing, his aunt and uncle are still seeking justice.
“We are calling for extra witnesses or anyone who saw what happened or has any information so we can close in on this grand jury indictment,” said Bonezelee Nimmons, the uncle of Ralph Nimmons, at press conference on Wednesday.
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