"We've concluded at the time that Mr. Brooks was shot that he did not pose an immediate threat of death," Howard said. A second officer with Rolfe, Devin Brosnan, stood on a wounded Brooks' shoulder as he struggled for his life, Howard said. WATCH | Family of Rayshard Brooks demands justice:The family of Rayshard Brooks said Monday "the trust that we have in the police force is broken" after their relative's killing by police. When Mr. Brooks turned and pointed an object at Officer Rolfe, any officer would have reasonably believed that he intended to disarm, disable, or seriously injure him," the lawyers said. WATCH | Rayshard Brooks' death heightens calls for police reform:Calls for police reform across the U.S. continue with the family Rayshard Brooks, shot and killed by Atlanta police, making an emotional plea.

Source: CBC News June 17, 2020 20:05 UTC