FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF) – The murder of a woman shot to death in her Fort Worth home by a former Police Officer is sparking outrage nationwide.
Atatiana Jefferson’s death caught headlines across the country. Aaron Dean was charged with Murder and fired by Fort Worth Police after the department said he violated Policy when shooting and killing Jefferson while responding to an “open door” call.
At least 15 protests are planned nationwide Monday to honor the life of Atatiana Jefferson and to voice outrage over her death. The day was named ‘National Day of Outrage’ by organizers.
The family of Atatiana Jefferson said the following about the Day of Outrage, “Our family is mourning over the tragic and untimely murder of Atatiana by Aaron Dean former Fort Worth police officer. Although Dean, has been arrested and charged, he is back on the streets and we are uncertain justice will prevail. We demand full transparency and accountability. It is our sincere hope that Atatiana’s story will not be forgotten, and our pursuit of dignity prevents the likelihood of similar events of police abuse. Please show up for the Day of Outrage wherever you are. Keep our loved one’s name alive!”
UNTIL FREEDOM, founded by Tamika D. Mallory, Linda Sarsour, Mysonne Linen and Angelo Pinto will lead the national day of actions. A local Day of Outrage event is planned for Monday afternoon outside the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office.
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