Decades after a fatal police shooting during a protest, survivors and family members of those killed are pursuing legal action, seeking justice in civil court for what they describe as an unresolved tragedy. The case marks a rare attempt to hold authorities accountable through the legal system, revisiting a pivotal moment in civil rights history. With new evidence and witness testimonies emerging, the proceedings could shed light on long-buried details of the incident. The outcome may set a precedent for how historical police violence cases are addressed in modern courts.
More than six decades after police opened fire on protesters, survivors and relatives are taking their fight to court.
