By Jay Syrmopoulos “The result was a protracted high-speed chase that put the public and officers in danger, the death of two unarmed people — one a totally innocent passenger — and a circular firing squad that nearly killed several of their own.”
Cleveland, Ohio – Timothy Russell and Malissa Williams were driving near downtown Cleveland on November 29, 2012, when Russell’s car backfired. Police in the area apparently mistook the sound for gunfire and gave chase.
What took place next was a stunning car chase that involved over 60 police cruisers and lasted almost a half hour.
It’s unclear exactly why Russell didn’t pull over, …read more