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Former Ohio police officer Adam Coy has been found guilty of murder in the shooting of Andre Hill, an unarmed Black man. The incident, which occurred in December 2020, involved Coy responding to a non-emergency call and subsequently shooting Hill, who was holding a cellphone. The case has drawn significant attention to issues of police accountability and racial justice.
Former Ohio police officer Adam Coy was found guilty of murder for fatally shooting Andre Hill, a Black man, in December 2020. Coy, who claimed he mistook Hill's phone for a gun, faces life in prison. The incident, captured on body camera footage, showed Hill complying with orders before being shot. The case led to a $10 million settlement with Hill's family and the enactment of "Andre's Law" in Columbus, requiring officers to provide immediate medical aid to injured suspects.
Former Columbus police officer Adam Coy was found guilty of murder in the 2020 shooting of Andre Hill, a Black man holding a cellphone and keys. Coy, who is White, claimed he mistook the keys for a gun. The incident led to Coy's firing, a $10 million settlement with Hill's family, and the passing of "Andre's Law" requiring officers to provide immediate medical aid. Coy faces at least 15 years in prison, with sentencing set for November 25. The case has sparked discussions on police accountability and racial justice.