The True Story of Michael Brown

By United States Department of Justice
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Length12h 44m

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In "The True Story of Michael Brown," the United States Department of Justice presents a thorough and illuminating examination of the events surrounding the tragic death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, in 2014. This report is not merely a narrative but a meticulously detailed account framed within the broader context of racial tensions and systemic issues in American law enforcement. Written in an official, yet engaging style, it employs a journalistic approach alongside legal analysis, examining eyewitness testimonies, forensic evidence, and the societal impact of police-community relations in contemporary America. The work acts as a crucial artifact within the discourse on race, justice, and accountability. The authorship of this report by the United States Department of Justice is significant, as it underscores the federal government's attempt to address and respond to civil unrest and public outcry. The Obama administration commissioned the report during a pivotal period in American civil rights discourse, reflecting the urgency to confront racial disparities and injustices in law enforcement practices. The document draws from a wealth of interviews, evidence-gathering, and expert analyses, showcasing the department's commitment to transparency and reform. For readers seeking a comprehensive understanding of the factors leading to the events in Ferguson and the ongoing implications for race relations in the United States, "The True Story of Michael Brown" serves as an essential resource. It not only sheds light on a critical incident but also encourages vital conversations about race, justice, and reform in a society grappling with its own legacy.

Audiobook details

GenrePsychology
Length12 hrs 44 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 13, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction
2A. Summary of the Evidence
3B. Initial Law Enforcement Investigation
41. The Law Governing Uses of Deadly Force by a Law Enforcement Officer
5A. Darren Wilson’s Account
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61. Crime Scene
72. Autopsy Findings
83. DNA Analysis
94. Dispatch Recordings
105. Ballistics
116. Fingerprints
127. Audio Recording of Shots Fired
138. Wilson’s Medical Records
149. Brown’s Toxicology
1510. Ferguson Market Surveillance Video
161. Witnesses Materially Consistent with Prior Statements, Physical Evidence, and Other Witnesses and Therefore, Give Credible Accounts
172. Witnesses Who Neither Inculpate Nor Fully Corroborate Wilson
183. Witnesses Whose Accounts Do Not Support a Prosecution Due to Materially Inconsistent Prior Statements or Inconsistencies With the Physical and Forensic Evidence
19A. Legal Standard
201. Shooting at the SUV
212. Wilson’s Subsequent Pursuit of Brown and Shots Allegedly Fired as Brown Was Running Away
223. Shots Fired After Brown Turned to Face Wilson
23C. Willfulness (pt. 1)
24C. Willfulness (pt. 2)
25C. Willfulness (pt. 3)

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