The Israel Police officer who shot Tekah was arrested on suspicion of murder, the PIID said earlier Monday. “The Ethiopian community is dear to us all,” continued Netanyahu. Tekah’s death immediately sparked renewed accusations of police brutality and racism toward the Ethiopian community. The incident led to mass protests in Tel Aviv and throughout the country against police brutality, particularly toward Ethiopian Israelis. In 2015, a large demonstration in support of the Ethiopian community against police brutality and racism turned violent, transforming Tel Aviv’s Rabin Square into a massive street brawl.

Source: Ethiopian News July 01, 2019 18:57 UTC