"Justice for Lorenzo" Protests Disrupt Houston Council Meeting Hundreds of protesters gathered outside City Hall in Houston on Wednesday evening, demanding justice for Lorenzo, a 27 year old unarmed black man shot and killed by police during a traffic stop on March 10th.
The protests, which have been ongoing for weeks, are calling for swift action against the officer involved in the shooting, greater transparency in policing, and community led reforms to address systemic issues of racism and police brutality.
Background: The Lorenzo Controversy Lorenzo's death sparked outrage in the community, with many questioning the official account of events.