Killing of Antwon Rose Jr.

Antwon Rose II was a 17-year-old African-American who was fatally shot in East Pittsburgh on June 19, 2018, by police officer Michael Rosfeld after being suspected of attempted murder by participating in a drive-by shooting. According to the police report, Rose had an empty handgun magazine in his pocket and gunshot residue on his hand. Allegheny County Medical Examiner Daniel Wolfe said the residue was likely the result of Rose firing a gun. He was transported to UPMC where he was later declared deceased.

Killing of Antwon Rose Jr.
DateJune 19, 2018 (2018-06-19Tmf)
Time8:40 p.m. (EDT)
LocationEast Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
CauseGunshot wounds
Filmed byBystander mobile phone
OutcomeOfficer found not guilty
DeathsAntwon Rose II
Non-fatal injuriesGun shot wounds
SuspectsMichael Rosfeld
ChargesCriminal homicide
VerdictDefendant acquitted of all charges
Publication bansPre-trial gag order issued September 10, 2018

Following the shooting, Rosfeld was charged with criminal homicide, and was found not guilty. On October 25, 2019, Rosfeld and East Pittsburgh settled a civil lawsuit over Rose's death for $2 million.

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