Protesters gathered for the sentencing of ex-officer Brett Hankison, who was involved in the killing of Breonna Taylor during a botched raid. Taylor's death prompted nationwide protests and a renewed focus on systemic issues within the justice system. Despite charges, only Hankison was sentenced to 33 months in prison for excessive force. This outcome was criticized as insufficient given the gravity of the actions taken against Taylor. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump emphasized the importance of Hankison's imprisonment for Taylor's legacy, although many still seek greater accountability.
"Only one officer was sentenced. Hankison wasn't one of the officers who fired the killing shot, but he did blindly shoot 10 rounds into her apartment, making him liable for violating Taylor's rights with excessive force."
"While Hankison wasn't the one who fired the fatal shot, he blindly shot 10 rounds into Taylor's apartment, leading to his excessive force charge and subsequent sentencing."
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