"Officer's Unexpected Words During Traffic Stop with Black Teen Spark Discussion"
Georgia police officer Tim McMillan's Facebook post went viral after he recounted a traffic stop with a young Black male who was texting while driving. The teen was terrified, prompting McMillan to reassure him rather than punish him. The officer's empathetic response and reflection on the fear young Black men feel during police encounters sparked widespread attention and discussion about the need for police reform and the impact of police violence on Black communities.