Anthoneil's family deserves accountability. Austin deserves a public safety system that doesn't kill kids on a playground for pointing finger guns. With the city already making excuses for the officers, advocates will need to find other ways to hold APD accountable. That's why we're coming Texas.
Austin police murdered Anthoneil Williams II, 17 years old. He called 911 on himself from a playground at 3:51am. 34 minutes later, officers gave him 5 seconds to comply, then opened fire. The "weapon" was a water bottle. Let's Address Texas State Director Saadia Mirza shares the full story.