Killing of John Brown in Alabama

Incident

Case summary

John Brown, age 26, was shot to death in Birmingham, Alabama, by local officers. Involved were officers A.J. Coggins and H.L. Thompson. It was alleged Brown was driving a stolen car.

Victim(s):

John Brown


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Perpetrator group type: police

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Location: Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama
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Allegation against victim: driving a stolen car, disobeying police officers

Coroner process
Coroner/inquest: yes
Finding of no legal responsibility: [ ]

Criminal process
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Charge/indictment/information: [ ]
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Document(s):
news articles - closed
police reports
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