"We definitely need reform in our detention facility," Council Chairman Teddie Pryor said. "I have been researching that and I m going to bring some other matters before this council regarding that.
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FILE - Jamal Sutherland s mother Amy surrounded by family at a press conference May 14th, the day after the body cam video of his death was first released. The press conference was held at the Al Cannon Detention Center in North Charleston where Sutherland died.
The family of a mentally ill Black man who died behind bars after being restrained by white deputies took to the streets of Charleston Wednesday afternoon, less than a day after they were awarded $10 million as part of a civil settlement.
Lawmakers, community activists and protesters surrounded Amy Sutherland as she demanded justice for her son, Jamal, in front of the solicitor’s office downtown.