A Columbus Police Department officer shot and killed Ricky Ball two months ago today.
The event shook Columbus, sparking an outcry that lasted weeks. Though some questions about what happened during the confrontation remain unanswered, the shooting and resulting public furor have served as a catalyst for a number of changes for city personnel and policy changes as the investigation continues.
What happened
At 10:08 p.m. on Oct. 16, CPD officers Canyon Boykin, Johnny Branch and Yolanda Youn
Alex Holloway was formerly a reporter with The Dispatch.
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