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Jun 5, 2020 · Ramos’ name has been shouted by thousands of marchers who have flooded the streets of Texas’ capital city in the enormous protests sparked by the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Jun 26, 2024 · The shooting was a month before the murder of George Floyd, and Ramos' name was invoked in racial justice protests in the summer of 2020. Taylor was indicted by Travis County District Attorney José Garza in 2021. That case went to trial late last year, but jurors couldn't agree on the murder charge.
Nov 16, 2023 · Taylor shot Ramos three times as he attempted to flee in a car. Ramos’ name was invoked in racial justice protests a month later after the police murder of George Floyd. Late last week, an alternate juror was dismissed.
Oct 30, 2023 · Prosecutors have argued Ramos’ death was caused by a systemic failure in planning, training and execution. After the 911 call, seven officers gathered to determine how to respond. Police had been told to be on the lookout for Ramos’ car. The alert didn’t suggest he would be armed, though the 911 call suggested he was.
Oct 23, 2023 · In the wake of his death, Ramos became the local face of Black Lives Matters protests in Austin. This is believed to be the first time an Austin police officer has been charged with murder for...
- Serena Lin
- Legal Affairs Reporter
Nov 5, 2020 · Demonstrators face off with law enforcement outside of the Austin Police Department Headquarters on May 31, 2020. Thousands rallied in solidarity with nationwide demonstrations and protests in honor of George Floyd of Minneapolis and, locally, in honor of Mike Ramos.
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Jun 5, 2020 · On the evening of April 24, Austin Police Officer Mitchell Pieper, just three months out of the police academy, shot Ramos with a "less than lethal" beanbag round while his hands were in the...
