'You Have So Many Options; Comply, Get Arrested or Die.' Rochester Cops Murder Cleavon White while Forcing Him to Get Mental Health Services, say He Reached for Cop Gun while He Fought for His Freedom

IF POLICE ARE OUR SERVANTS WHY MUST WE ASK THEM TO PROVIDE OUR BODYCAM VIDEO?

The Rochester Branch of the NAACP is calling for the release of all body camera footage from officers present at the scene where Cleavon White, an African American man, died on March 11.

The NAACP branch says White's death has left behind his significant other, Ms. Marbury, and their five children, all under the age of 8. The Rochester Police Department said the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension would conduct an independent investigation into the incident.

Video from one officer's body camera has been released. The NAACP branch says while the preliminary footage provides some insight, releasing all body camera footage from officers at the scene would ensure a more complete and transparent understanding while the investigation continues.

"In moments such as these, our shared responsibility is to ensure that truth and justice are pursued, compassion is extended, and the well-being of all impacted remains at the center of our response," said Dr. Walé Elegbede, president of the Rochester Branch of the NAACP.

The organization says it has been in direct communication with the family since the incident and is working with Marbury to secure temporary housing for the children as they navigate trauma from losing their loved one and the head of their household. [MORE]