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Officer Acquitted in Shooting of Pregnant Mother
22 Nov
Summary
- Pregnant woman Ta'Kiya Young and her unborn daughter died after a shooting.
- An officer was acquitted of criminal wrongdoing in the fatal August 2023 incident.
- Family vows to continue civil suit seeking accountability for the deaths.
A jury has acquitted police officer Connor Grubb of criminal charges in the fatal shooting of Ta'Kiya Young, a 21-year-old pregnant woman, and her unborn daughter. The incident occurred in August 2023 outside a grocery store where Young was suspected of shoplifting. Young, who was seven months pregnant, was remembered for her vibrant spirit and love for her two young sons. Her family celebrated her favorite color, bright pink, at her funeral, where she and her daughter were buried together.
Despite the acquittal, the family's legal team has vowed to continue their civil lawsuit against Blendon Township and its police chief. They are seeking accountability for Young's death, emphasizing that her two sons deserve justice and financial security. Lawyers stated that pregnant Black women should not be killed by police over shoplifting accusations and that the legal system should deliver accountability.
Nadine Young, Ta'Kiya's grandmother, expressed her anguish and disbelief in the courtroom following the verdict. The family's pursuit of a civil claim highlights ongoing tensions and calls for justice in cases involving police and minority communities. The family aims to ensure Ta'Kiya's life and her unborn daughter's potential are recognized and valued.
