New video undercuts initial police account in teen shooting

New video undercuts initial police account in teen shooting

Newly released body camera footage is raising serious questions about the fatal police shooting of a 17-year-old in St. Louis nearly two years ago, challenging initial accounts from authorities and intensifying calls for accountability. The video shows Emeshyon Wilkins running from an officer during a brief foot pursuit in June 2024 before he is shot from behind. Authorities initially said the teen had turned and pointed a gun, but the footage a…