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Community Demands Accountability After Fatal Police Shooting

6/24/2025

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Body camera footage from Baltimore police reveals the tragic shooting of 36-year-old Bilal "BJ" Abdullah Jr. on June 17, following an alleged attack on an officer. As police fired 38 rounds in response, community outcry for accountability grows louder. The Police Accountability Board is urging a thorough review of the incident and the use of force, as investigations remain ongoing.

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Story summary

Body camera footage from Baltimore police reveals the tragic shooting of 36-year-old Bilal "BJ" Abdullah Jr. on June 17, following an alleged attack on an officer. As police fired 38 rounds in response, community outcry for accountability grows louder. The Police Accountability Board is urging a thorough review of the incident and the use of force, as investigations remain ongoing.