CNN: Baton Rouge officer who shot Alton Sterling to be fired; videos released
Baton Rouge Police Officer Blane Salamoni will be fired for his actions in the Alton Sterling shooting, according to multiple sources with direct knowledge of the disciplinary hearing.
CNN has learned Baton Rouge Police Officer Blane Salamoni will be fired for his actions in the Alton Sterling shooting. “Police Chief Murphy Paul is expected to make the announcement at a news conference in the next hour. It is unclear whether the other officer involved, Howie Lake II, violated any policies or procedures.”