Ferguson shooting(弗格森枪击案).ppt

Ferguson shooting: Protests spread across US Riot: V. take part in a riot; disturb the public peace by engaging in a riot Eg: Twelve people have been killed during a riot at the prison. Predominantly: adv. much greater in number or influence Eg: Second,?the?trend?is?for?WHO?to be?financed?predominantly?from?such?voluntary sources.? Prosecute: V. conduct a prosecution in a court of law Eg: The police have decided not to prosecute because the evidence is not strong enough. Smash: break into pieces Hitler’s invasion plan was smashed. Hundreds of demonstrators marched through the streets of Los Angeles before a smaller group briefly shut down a motorway Introduction: Darren Wilson shot the 18-year-old on 9 August, sparking weeks of unrest in the Missouri town Many in Fergusons predominantly African-American community had called for the officer to be charged with murder, but the grand jurys decision means the police officer will not face state criminal charges over the shooting. Lawyers for Mr Browns family denounced the grand jurys decision as unfair while condemning the violence that followed the decision. Development: Demonstrations from New York to Seattle were mostly peaceful but rioting broke out in Oakland, California. Violence in the protest Police cars attacked Tear gas was fired just once, he said, when rioters smashed windows at the Ferguson town hall. The town was ruined Actions of the government Some 2,200 National Guard soldiers were deployed to assist police in keeping order in and around the town. Actions of the government 43 arrests were made in Oakland. Police try to move people from the area - officers are saying anyone standing in the street will be subject to arrest. Responses US President Barack Obama: The problem is not just a Ferguson problem, its an American problem“ There was no excuse for destructive behavior and criminal acts of rioting, adding that those responsible should be prosecuted. Miranda rights You have the