Ferguson decision ignites more protests
A grand jury declined to indict Darren Wilson on November 24, 2014, in the death of Michael Brown, the unarmed, black 18-year-old whose fatal shooting by a white officer sparked weeks of sometimes violent protests and exposed deep racial tension between many African Americans and police.
Within minutes of the announcement by St. Louis County's top prosecutor, crowds began pouring into the streets of Ferguson, Mo., to protest the decision. Some taunted police, shattered windows and vandalized cars. Several gunshots were also heard. Officers released smoke and pepper spray to disperse the gatherings.
Prosecuting Attorney Bob McCulloch said the jury of nine whites and three blacks met on 25 separate days and heard more than 70 hours of testimony from about 60 witnesses, including three medical examiners and other experts on blood, toxicology and firearms. (AP)
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