All articles tagged with #racial motivation
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Axios
Multiple HBCUs across the U.S. experienced lockdowns and cancellations due to potentially terroristic threats, prompting investigations by law enforcement agencies amid concerns over racial motives and safety of students.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
The trial of Andrew Lester, an 86-year-old white man accused of shooting Black teenager Ralph Yarl in a wrong-door incident in Kansas City, Missouri, is set to proceed as scheduled. Despite a mental evaluation, the trial will begin on February 18, 2024. Lester, who has pleaded not guilty to first-degree assault and armed criminal action, allegedly shot Yarl after the teen mistakenly rang his doorbell. The case has drawn significant public attention, raising concerns about racial motivations and potential jury bias. If convicted, Lester faces life imprisonment.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian
The burned remains of a stolen bronze statue of Jackie Robinson, honoring the baseball legend's breaking of the color barrier, were found in a Wichita park after it was stolen and vandalized. The statue, commissioned by a Little League nonprofit, was discovered cut at the ankles and is deemed unsalvageable. Authorities are investigating the theft, considering the possibility of racial motivation, and planning to replace the statue with community support.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
A bronze statue of Jackie Robinson, honoring the baseball legend's role in breaking Major League Baseball's color barrier, was found burned and in pieces after being stolen from a park in Wichita, Kansas. The statue, which was cut off at the ankles, was discovered by fire crews in a trash can at Garvey Park. The theft has sparked outrage, with concerns about racial motivation. Efforts are underway to raise funds for a replacement statue, and police are conducting a thorough investigation with the hope of making arrests.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ESPN
The stolen bronze statue of Jackie Robinson, honoring the baseball legend's legacy, was found burned in a trash can in Kansas after being stolen from a public park. The statue, commissioned by a Little League nonprofit, was cut at the ankles and deemed "not salvageable." Authorities are investigating the incident, with over 100 interviews conducted and surveillance footage showing two individuals taking the sculpture. While the motive is uncertain, there are concerns about potential racial motivations. Efforts are underway to raise funds for a replacement statue, with the community rallying to support the cause.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
The white gunman responsible for the shooting at a Dollar General store in Jacksonville, Florida, wore a Rhodesian army patch on his tactical vest, which is a symbol associated with white supremacy. Investigators believe that the shooter, Ryan Palmeter, was motivated by racism and influenced by racist ideology. The victims of the shooting were identified as Angela Michelle Carr, Jerrald De’Shaun Gallion, and Anolt Joseph “A.J.” Laguerre Jr. The shooter had a history of mental health struggles and a previous domestic disturbance. The FBI is investigating the shooting as a hate crime.