"Excessive Force: Chicago Police Fire 96 Shots in Fatal Traffic Stop"

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Chicago police fired nearly 100 shots at a 26-year-old man during a traffic stop, killing him and injuring an officer, with bodycam footage raising questions about excessive force. While the driver reportedly fired first, his family and attorneys question the officers' response to a seat belt violation, as multiple agencies investigate whether the officers' actions were justified. The Civilian Office of Police Accountability is reviewing the incident, and it remains unclear if the officers involved will face criminal charges.
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