They Were Both Struck By Lightning
Based on the arrest affidavit, I don’t think this was intentional. I think this was a horrendous tragedy. Both Botham and Guyger were struck by lightning. Botham did absolutely nothing wrong.
Read moreChelsea Whitaker is a Dallas Area Police Officer and member of the 2005 Baylor Bear Basketball Team that won the National Championship. Her desire is to give others #perspective in order to #bridgethegap. She is a frequent contributor to Law Officer.
Based on the arrest affidavit, I don’t think this was intentional. I think this was a horrendous tragedy. Both Botham and Guyger were struck by lightning. Botham did absolutely nothing wrong.
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Read moreThis picture permeates my soul. When the State Fair of Texas first opened in 1886, blacks weren't allowed to attend.
Read moreJust like the white officers I work with, I feel secure in assuming that this officer has to do his job while being called racist and among accusations that his intent is to kill black people daily.
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