Cop Arrested for Shooting Armed Airman

Published on August 31, 2024
Duration: 10:25

This video discusses the arrest of Deputy Eddie Duran for manslaughter in the shooting death of Airman Roger Fortson. It highlights the circumstances of the incident, including the initial call, the deputy's actions, and Fortson's possession of a firearm pointed at the floor. The internal affairs investigation concluded Fortson made no threatening movements, leading to the charges against Duran.

Quick Summary

Deputy Eddie Duran was arrested for manslaughter after shooting Airman Roger Fortson, who opened his door with a pistol pointed at the floor. Internal affairs found Fortson made no threatening movements, and the deputy fired six shots within three seconds of the door opening.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Case Overview
  2. 00:12Background of Airman Roger Fortson
  3. 00:47The Initial Call and Deputy's Arrival
  4. 01:12Fortson Opens Door with Firearm
  5. 01:22The Shooting Incident
  6. 01:46New Revelations: Wrong Apartment?
  7. 02:31Sponsor: Blackout Coffee Company
  8. 03:02Internal Affairs Investigation Findings
  9. 03:45Objective Facts from Investigation
  10. 04:01Dispatch and Location Details
  11. 04:10Interaction with Apartment Staff
  12. 04:57Approach to Unit 1401
  13. 05:02Knocking and Announcing Procedure
  14. 05:27Fortson Opens Door: Firearm Position
  15. 05:41Fortson's Actions and Investigation Conclusion
  16. 05:51Instructor's Perspective on the Situation
  17. 06:05Fortson's Girlfriend's Account
  18. 06:28Gun Ownership and Responding to Doors
  19. 07:09Broader Issues with Law Enforcement and Gun Owners
  20. 08:08Deputy Duran's Arrest and Charges
  21. 08:13Duran's Statement to Investigators
  22. 08:38The Law on Threatening Behavior
  23. 08:45Duran's Charges and Penalties
  24. 08:53Duran's Prior Military and Law Enforcement History
  25. 09:06Duran's Past Disciplinary Actions
  26. 09:25Florida Law on Armed Guards
  27. 09:31Future Court Case Outlook
  28. 09:51Viewer Opinion and Call to Action
  29. 10:05Channel Engagement and Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was Deputy Eddie Duran arrested for manslaughter?

Deputy Eddie Duran was arrested for manslaughter in the shooting death of Airman Roger Fortson. Internal affairs concluded that Fortson, who was holding a firearm pointed at the floor, made no threatening movements, and Duran's use of deadly force was not justified.

What were the circumstances leading to the shooting of Airman Roger Fortson?

A call reported a disturbance at an apartment complex. Deputy Duran responded, and upon Fortson opening the door with a pistol pointed at the floor, Duran fired six shots within three seconds, killing Fortson.

Did Airman Fortson point his gun at the deputy?

No, the internal affairs investigation, based on bodycam footage, concluded that Airman Fortson's firearm was pointed at the ground and he did not point it in the deputy's direction or make any threatening movements.

What evidence suggests the deputy may have gone to the wrong apartment?

Records indicate deputies had never been called to Fortson's apartment before, but had been called to a nearby unit multiple times for disturbances, suggesting a potential misdirection of the initial call.

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