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Family Demands Answers After Deputy Shoots, Kills 24-Year-Old Kristopher Laboy

WPLG Local 10July 7, 20252 min7,061 views
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Family Calls for Justice

  • πŸ’” The family of Kristopher Laboy, a 24-year-old man, held a news conference demanding justice and transparency following his death.
  • πŸ—£οΈ They expressed disbelief and grief, stating that Laboy did not deserve to be killed and that he was a loving son and brother, not a "thug."

Circumstances of the Shooting

  • πŸš— Deputies state that Laboy failed to pull over during a traffic stop for dark tints.
  • πŸ“± His father reported that Laboy called him in a panic, not knowing he was being followed by police.
  • ⚠️ Upon arriving at the apartment complex, deputies claim Laboy exited his vehicle armed with a gun, leading the deputy to discharge his firearm.

Calls for Evidence and Investigation

  • πŸ“Ή The family is urgently requesting body camera footage and any video evidence to verify the events leading to the shooting.
  • πŸ—£οΈ They are seeking proof, not just verbal accounts, to understand if the shooting was justified.
  • πŸ” The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the incident.

Deputy's Account and Background

  • πŸ›‘οΈ The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office identified the deputy as Kelvin Cox, a 23-year veteran.
  • βš–οΈ The Police Benevolent Association stated that the deputy was in fear for his life and discharged his weapon.
  • ❓ The report mentions efforts to confirm details about Deputy Cox, including any prior officer-involved shootings.
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