Former officer who killed neighbor found guilty (ASL – 10.1.19)

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On Tuesday, former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger was found guilty of murder.

Last September, Guyger shot and killed her unarmed neighbor, 26-year-old Botham Jean, in his own apartment.

It took the jury less than 24 hours to reach a verdict.

Guyger’s mother broke down crying while Jean’s family sobbed and hugged members of the prosecution.

The anticipated verdict follows a case that has captured national attention and sparked outrage.

During the trial, Guyger said she mistook Jean’s apartment for hers.

She opened fire when she thought Jean was a burglar.

He had been sitting in his apartment eating ice cream and watching TV at the time, and was unarmed.

Guyger faces up to life in prison for murder.

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