Prior to D.A. Williams’ decision, the incident received attention, and in some cases generated outrage, throughout the community. The events surrounding Jerry Williams’ death also directly preceded a review of the department’s Use of Force Policy, which involved community organizations. Read more in previous Mountain Xpress stories:
- Community gathers to mourn Jerry Williams, protest police shootings of black men
- Civil rights advocate: APD used excessive force in Williams shooting, failed to render aid
- Demonstrators, community members stage rally & teach-in at Asheville Police Station over Jerry Williams shooting
- Asheville groups seek common ground on city police Use of Force policy
- Culture clash: Facing up to Asheville’s troubled police-community relations
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