Shooting of Alton Sterling
Gavin Long set out to inflict "destruction ... upon bad cops as well as good cops," according to a note found in his car.
The suit says "negligent and unreasonable fatal actions" by police led to the 2016 shooting.
The lawsuit seeks unspecified damages from the city, police department and the two officers involved in the shooting.
We are stuck in a loop of violence and injustice.
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Our nation must prioritize stemming the trauma inflicted upon Black families by law enforcement
Cops rarely serve any pre-trial jail time, and are released on ridiculously low bail.
"He’s no longer here, but his voice still will be heard through us."
“Our officials should be ashamed of themselves. This is outrageous," one resident said.
The officers could still face state charges.