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Michigan State Trooper Detective Sgt. Brian Keely has been charged with second-degree murder for fatally striking Samuel Sterling with an unmarked police SUV in suburban Grand Rapids. The incident, captured on police video, has sparked outrage and calls for justice from state officials.
Michigan State Police trooper Brian Keely has been charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter for striking and killing Samuel Sterling, a Black man fleeing from officers, with his police vehicle. Attorney General Dana Nessel stated that Keely's actions were grossly negligent and created a high risk of death or great bodily harm. Keely has been suspended without pay, and an arraignment date has not yet been scheduled.