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Does It Make Sense CMPD Hasn't Released Shooting Video? Mayor Roberts Discusses

Thursday, September 22

The shooting of an African-American man in the University area on Tuesday afternoon led to protests that became increasingly violent in the overnight hours on Wednesday. Many encouraged on-going protests including a boycott of white-owned Charlotte businesses. City officials encouraged calm and called for dialogue while others say it’s time for systemic change. We're joined by Mayor Jennifer Roberts and other.

Charlotte Mayor Jennifer Roberts.

Guests

Mayor Jennifer Roberts - mayor of Charlotte

Tom Bullock - reporter, WFAE News

Gwendolyn Glenn - reporter, WFAE News

Patrick Graham - president and CEO of the Urban League

Patricia Albritton - chair of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee

Does It Make Sense CMPD Hasn't Released Shooting Video? Mayor Roberts Discusses

David Boraks / WFAE
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For a second night, people protested the fatal shooting of Keith Scott by a CMPD officer.

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