According to reports, there is widespread outrage following the release of footage showing the tragic death of Shaheen Mackey, a black inmate who died after being restrained and tasered by prison guards while experiencing a seizure.
Mackey, who was held at Luzerne County Correctional Facility in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, passed away in custody in 2018. The recently leaked footage of his death has sparked immense public outcry.
The video, which was disclosed this week by the husband of an administrator of Mackey’s estate, depicts the inmate having an epileptic seizure, followed by what his family contends was a brutal response that led to his demise.
Attorney Crump, who shared the video on Instagram, called for justice, describing the disturbing events that transpired. The video shows the distressing last moments of Shaheen Mackey, and has prompted widespread condemnation of the circumstances surrounding his death.
A significant number of people have expressed their shock and anger at the treatment of Mackey, with many demanding accountability for those involved. The release of the video has reignited discussions about the treatment of inmates and the need for reform within the criminal justice system.
The footage has been widely circulated on social media, further amplifying calls for a thorough investigation into the events that led to Mackey’s tragic passing. The public sentiment remains one of indignation and a collective demand for justice for Shaheen Mackey.
