By Bob Walsh
Broward County Sheriff’s Deputy Peter Peraza, 37, is described as a “white Hispanic” by the Associated Press. According to the AP, Circuit Court Judge Michael Usan dismissed a manslaughter charge against Deputy Peraza yesterday.
The deputy asserted self-defense in the shooting of Jermaine McBean, 33, a black man. McBean had possession of a very realistic looking toy gun in July of 2014. He was challenged by several deputies, including Peraza. Instead of dropping the gun as commanded he turned towards the deputies and pointed the weapon in their direction. Peraza fired three shots, killing McBean.
The judge pointed out that the shooting in no way violated Florida law and further that the “Stand your ground” law covers law enforcement officers as well as private citizens.
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Score one for the good guys!
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