NPR

6 Of 8 Shots Hit Stephon Clark's Back, Independent Family Autopsy Finds

The city has experienced nearly two weeks of protests since 22-year-old Clark was killed by two police officers.
A mourner displays a photo of Stephon Clark during his funeral services Thursday.

Stephon Clark, the 22-year-old black man shot and killed by Sacramento police earlier this month, was shot eight times, six in the back, an independent autopsy commissioned by Clark's family found.

The results were released at a Friday news conference by forensic pathologist Dr.

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from NPR

NPR5 min readIndustries
China Makes Cheap Electric Vehicles. Why Can't American Shoppers Buy Them?
American drivers want cheap EVs. Chinese automakers are building them. But you can't buy them in the U.S., thanks to tariffs in the name of U.S. jobs and national security. Two car shoppers weigh in.
NPR5 min read
In 'The Fall Guy,' Stunts Finally Get The Spotlight
For years, Hollywood's behind-the-scenes action heroes have been pushing for an Oscars category to honor their work. Many hope The Fall Guy will make it a reality.
NPR7 min read
Unions Double-down In The Deep South: Can Alabama Pave The Way?
Three high-profile labor disputes have unfolded in central Alabama over the past several years, with Amazon warehouse workers, coal miners and autoworkers all speaking out for change.

Related Books & Audiobooks