On June 23, 2020, the Louisville Metro Police Department announced the termination of Officer Brett Hankison for his role in the fatal shooting of Breonna Taylor, a 26-year-old African American woman. Taylor\’s death during a botched raid became a focal point in the Black Lives Matter movement, sparking nationwide protests against police brutality and systemic racism. The firing of Hankison was seen as a step toward accountability, although many activists called for further justice and systemic reforms. AP News
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