Texas state governmentAustinProtests and demonstrationsTexasU.S. News Texas Gov. Seeks to Offer Unprecedented Pardon to Army Sergeant Convicted of Murder by Michael Nguyen April 9, 2023 written by Michael Nguyen April 9, 2023 0 comments Bookmark 64 The Governor of the state of Texas, Greg Abbott, said he wants to forgive a US Army sergeant for killing an armed protester during demonstrations across America about police misconduct and racism back in 2020. Texas Governor Greg Abbott wants to pardon Sgt. Daniel Perry, but the state constitution makes it so that he can only do this with the recommendation of the Board of Pardons and Paroles. That’s why he has asked them to give their recommendation as soon as possible and promised that he will approve it when it lands on his desk. Perry was found guilty in court on Friday for killing Garrett Foster, who was 28-years-old during a protest in Austin. He will probably be sent to prison for a very long time. Texas Governor Abbott said that the law in Texas allows people to protect themselves, so Perry may not have to face too many serious consequences even though he did something wrong. District Attorney José Garza’s office couldn’t be reached by phone when someone wanted to ask them questions about it. Perry’s lawyers said that the shooting was an act of self-defense because Foster was carrying an AK-47 when he came up to Perry’s car. However, the prosecutors believed that Perry could have driven away instead of shooting with his revolver. Additionally, people who saw what happened testified that Foster never lifted his gun at Perry. Perry got charged in 2021 and was working for a ride-sharing company when he drove into Austin in July, 2020. He saw a large crowd of people so he honked his car’s horn really loud. Suddenly, lots of people started screaming and running away after hearing several gunshots. Everything was captured on video which was broadcasted on Facebook. When Foster was killed, a lot of people across the nation had been demonstrating for weeks due to the police killing of George Floyd. On May 25, 2020, Floyd was arrested and a Minneapolis police officer held his knee against his neck for nine long minutes even though he kept saying he couldn’t breathe. The whole thing was recorded on video by a bystander and sparked protests everywhere to demand justice for racial discrimination. You Might Be Interested In Newer heart transplant method could allow more patients a chance at lifesaving surgery Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Undergoes Heart Procedure as Judicial Overhaul Spurs Unrest Tennessee Reinstates Black Lawmaker Expelled from Seat Heather Mack, convicted in Bali of killing mom and stuffing body in suitcase, pleads guilty in US FDA Issues Warning to Retailers, Urging Them to Halt Sales of Elf Bar, the Leading Disposable E-Cigarette in the US Tornadoes Cause Destruction in Texas and Florida, Claiming Lives and Prompting Cleanup Efforts AustinProtests and demonstrationsTexasTexas state governmentU.S. News Share 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Michael Nguyen Follow Author Michael Nguyen is a sports journalist who covers the latest news and developments in the world of sports. He has a particular interest in football and basketball, and he enjoys analyzing game strategies and player performance. previous post House GOP Chairman Warns of Serious Threat from China to Taiwan next post Cleveland Browns Quarterback Deshaun Watson Faces Deposition in Civil Lawsuit You may also like Bookmark A woman who burned Wyoming’s only full-service abortion... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Argument over Christmas gifts turns deadly as 14-year-old... December 28, 2023 Bookmark Pro-Palestinian protesters block airport access roads in New... December 28, 2023 Bookmark The Future of Sports Betting Expansion Appears Uncertain... December 27, 2023 Bookmark Photographer Cecil Williams’ vision gives South Carolina its... December 27, 2023 Bookmark 6-Year-Old Boy Bound for Christmas Reunion Ends Up... December 27, 2023 Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ