Now 30 years later, a mural honoring the South-Central L.A. teenager's life has surfaced at the Algin Sutton Recreation Center in Los Angeles. Muhammad al-Durrah has been hailed as a martyr throughout the Arab and Muslim worlds. Jamal al-Durrah was injured in the attack, but survived. He then walked up to Martin and shot her to death in front of the camera. During the interview with Emilio Nuez, Maritza Martin unexpectedly showed up at the cemetery to visit the grave of her daughter. Rest in Peace Latasha https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_Latasha_Harlins 89 22 comments Soon Ja Du, the shop owner who shot Latasha, was sentenced to just five years of probation, 400 hours of community service and handed a 500 dollar fine. In the riots, Empire Liquor was burned to the ground. sentence five years of probation, 400 hours of community service, and a The trial focused on the negligent training and supervision of the officers and didnt put blame on a specific deputy. In 1991, Soon Ja Du, a Korean store owner, received a light sentence in the shooting death of Latasha Harlins, a 15-year-old African-American. At this point, Dinkheller can be heard saying Im in fear for my life.. Riots, (Please click to watch on YouTube when prompted. He then continued to fire and killed Nathan Bray who was trying to perform CPR on Thompson. It is truly horrifying to watch someone being killed with a gun. Women are, as usual, whats left over. Prof Stevenson says: Even now, people will say the Rodney King Riots but then when we talk along with them, theyll admit Latasha Harlins, of course. But they gathered on the 30-year anniversary of the killing of Latasha Harlins, not to focus on her death, but celebrate her life - and the naming of the Sutton Recreation Center playground in her honor. The 25-year-old was tasered, kicked and battered with batons more than 50 times after being arrested for drunk-driving in Los Angeles in March 1991. The offense carries a maximum prison sentence of 16 years. People were also upset with housing laws, healthcare, and the government representation of African Americans. The incident was captured on video by the Spanish-language Network Telemundo and previewed by millions of people around the world. Budding writer and YouTuber. In March 1991, when Harlins was 15, a store owner accused her of stealing a $1.79 carton of orange juice, though she had approached the cash register with $2 in her hand. Major series funding for GREAT PERFORMANCES is provided by The Joseph & Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation, the Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Arts Fund, the LuEsther T. Mertz Charitable Trust, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, Jody and John Arnhold, the Abra Prentice Foundation, The Starr Foundation, The Philip and Janice Levin Foundation, the Kate W. Cassidy Foundation, the Thea Petschek Iervolino Foundation, Seton J. Melvin, the Estate of Worthington Mayo-Smith, the Jack Lawrence Charitable Remainder Trust Worchell Lawrence, and Ellen and James S. Marcus. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The gunshot struck Harlins in the back of the head, killing her instantly. The video showed Soon shooting Harlins in the back of the head as Harlins was attempting to leave the store. Tupac referenced Latasha in a large number of his songs. Check to see. The event was captured on video by multiple news agencies and the tapes were viewed around the world. On June 20, 2009, a woman named Neda Agha-Soltan was shot and killed in Iran while attending a protest against the election of President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. The shooting spree was captured on camera and broadcast around the world. It is a violent clip that shows Martin being shot multiple times. Police later confirmed the . On March 16, 1984, Doucet was flown to the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport in order to stand trial. Soon Ja Du - the market's Korea-born owner saw the orange juice sticking out of Harlins' backpack and assumed she was stealing it, even though the teenager had cash in her hand. Harlins was 15-years-old in 1991 when she died instantly after being shot at the time by 51-year-old, Soon Ja Du, who accused her of attempting to steal the juice. Subscribe to the Great Performances newsletter to keep up with the latest full episodes to stream, exclusive content, and more! Three LAPD officers were later acquitted of using excessive force during Kings arrest. Harlins then struck Soon with her fist twice, the blows knocked Soon to the floor. Cousin Shinese, now 44, told how she was incredibly close to Latasha. The day after the shooting, Andrew Brannan was arrested without incident and eventually sentenced to death. He later witnessed the suspects fleeing the murder at a high speed and returned to find Lunsfords body in a ditch. Latasha Harlins was a 15-year-old African-American girl who was fatally shot by Soon Ja Du, a 51-year-old Korean-born female convenience store owner. All rights reserved. Karlin would retire from the bench in 1997. Anna Deveare Smith portrays an African-American community activist who repudiates defense attorney Charles Lloyd and draws a parallel between Latasha and Rodney King. He has been a guest speaker on numerous national radio and television stations and is a five time published author. Villarreal failed, so Lunsford instructed him to get out of the car and open the trunk. Maritza Matin was shot a total of 10 times (12 bullets fired). We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. After a tense standoff, the decision was made to release a police dog on Brunston. It also became a rallying cry for equality and justice after the death of George Floyd in May, which was followed by worldwide protests. Harlins picked up the orange juice bottle that dropped during the scuffle, Soon snatched the bottle from her and Harlins turned to exit the store. A rape kit proved that the boy was sexually assaulted. As he was shooting Darrell, bodyguard Jeff Mayhem Thompson and employee Erin Halk rushed the stage and grabbed Gale. Police later said she had money and intended to pay for the juice, but the store owner accused her of stealing and a confrontation ensued. The video of the killing has since been used to train officers who might face a similar situation. It really hit hard especially after yesterday's ruling with Breonna Taylor. At the same time, Nuez went over to his car and retrieved a 9-mm semiautomatic pistol. In 1984, a 25-year-old man named Jeff Doucet was working as a karate teacher in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, when he was suspected of molesting an 11-year-old student named Jody Plauche. After the initial shots were fired, the news team fled the scene and dropped the camera. In all, Officer Dinkheller was hit with about 10 of the 30 bullets fired at him. My mother felt the need to speak up and take action on these senseless killings.. Turn volume down on phone.). She entered the store and according to Du attempted to steal a $1.79 bottle of orange juice. I'm outraged this happened and the women who killed her got off with basically nothing when a video clearly shows her being the aggressor and shooting her in the back of the head. Jamal and Muhammad attempted to hunker down behind a concrete cylinder, but became targeted by a shooter. The cameraman who took the video was quoted: The IDF was aiming at the boy, and that is what surprised me, yes, because they were shooting at him, not only one time, but many times.. Jody is quoted as an adult: I didnt want him dead. Smith also portrays a Korean liquor store owner describing tensions with young customers. She had been accused of trying to steal orange juice but it later emerged she had been holding the money to pay when she was shot. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. We have to ask ourselves, has race relations changed in America at all? Thank you! "This is something that's long overdue and I think could be somewhat of a healing to the community," Harlins' uncle, David Bryant, added. Videos can also be watched before, during intermission, or after the performances. Please watch these videos when prompted by the actors during the performance of Twilight: Los Angeles, 1992. EN. Thank you for helping us improve PBS Video. The incident happened only two weeks after the videotaped arrest and beating of Rodney King by Los Angeles police officers. In 2000, he was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to 25 years to life in prison. The bullet missed the suspect and both men started to shoot in a barrage of gunfire. Here you will find unforgettable moments, scenes, and lines from all your favorite films. I just couldnt believe it. Soon Ja Du now lives in the San Fernando Valley. Two weeks after the beating of Rodney King, a Korean-born shopkeeper shot a 15-year-old black girl named Latasha Harlins in the back of her head in a dispute over a bottle of orange juice. The following year, recording artist Tupac Shakur released a song called Keep Ya Head Up that was dedicated to the memory of Latasha Harlins. convenience store clerk Soon Ja Du, a Korean immigrant, laid the foundation of anger and resentment that would eventually explode after the King verdict. In court, Judge Karlin said: Did Mrs Du react inappropriately? In this case, the white Jewish judge decided that Latasha was the criminal, not the victim. Harlins' death came 13 days after the videotaped beating of Rodney King. Mum-of-two Shinese recalls: Latasha and I had our scrabbles, like any family, but if I was feeling down, she was always the one to lift me up with words of encouragement. When the police broke downthe door, Breonnas Boyfriend fired at them not knowing who they were. Empire liquor was located in South Central Los Angeles, California. At the trial, Soon testified on her own behalf and claimed self defense and that she thought her life was in danger. Sophia Nahli Allison (born 1987) is an American documentary filmmaker and photographer. A somber anniversary was marked Tuesday for family, friends, and an entire community still heartbroken over the wrongful shooting of a young, Black girl. NO JUSTICE NO PEACE: THE STORY OF LATASHA HARLINS, VIDEO #1: Latasha Harlins Shooting Soon reached under the counter, grabbed a revolver and fired a shot at the back of Harlins head. Absolutely. For 40 seconds, Kyle Dinkheller can be heard telling Andrew Brannan to drop the weapon, but the suspect doesnt obey. On the 30th anniversary of the 15-year-old Latasha Harlin's death, her family and community remembered her at the Algin Sutton Recreation Center playground, which is being renamed in her honor. Videos can also be watched before, during intermission, or after the performances. Beverly White reports for the NBC4 News at 11 on Wednesday, March 16, 2016. On 16 March 1991, a young black teenager named Latasha Harlins was dropped off at the corner store near her home in South Central Los Angeles. Adjust the colors to reduce glare and give your eyes a break. The jury found Soon guilty of voluntary manslaughter. Official Trailer For Netflix Original 'a Love Song For Latasha', Latasha Harlins was only 15 when she was shot dead by a Korean shop owner, A mother and child amid the mayhem of the Los Angeles Riots in 1992, A scene from the Netflix documentary, A Song for Latasha, Rodney King who was savagely beaten by Los Angeles Police officers in 1991, The Rodney King attack was captured on video, Reverend Jesse Jackson talking to press during the L.A riots, A National Guard soldier on Crenshaw Ave in South Central Los Angeles during the L.A riots, President George Bush addresses the nation two days after the announcement of the "not guilty" verdict in Rodney King case. The First Trial/Simi Valley February 1992, VIDEO #2: The Beating of Rodney King, and the 1992 L.A. Reginald Denny, a white truck driver, was pulled out of his truck and beaten by four Black men. 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In the summer of 1979, a collection of protesters from the Communist Workers Party (CWP) began to disrupt events held by the Ku Klux Klan, which caused tension between the two groups. Since the killing, Deandre Brunston has become a symbol against police brutality. "And the case shows that its not just the police who are part of the damaged criminal justice system. The death of Maritza Martin has been featured on a large number of television broadcasts, including the films Bowling for Columbine and Executions. On the day in question, a reporter named Ingrid Cruz was interviewing a man named Emilio Nuez about the suicide of his 15-year-old daughter for the TV show Ocurri As (This Is How It Happened). WHATS ON TONIGHT I wasnt politically involved.. Jamie founded Listverse due to an insatiable desire to share fascinating, obscure, and bizarre facts. Du didn't see the 2019 TIME USA, LLC. Du was tried and. Her neighbor Obie is the local loose cannon -- and the only white man -- in an area largely inhabited by African-Americans, Latinos and Koreans. When all was said and done, Soon Ja Du was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter, but the judge in the case ordered a sentence of only five years probation, 400 hours of community service, and a $500 fine. The statements from the eyewitnesses and the store video camera contradict this claim. After the dog was set free, Brunston can be seen tossing a flip-flop sandal before being shot to death by the police. Latashas story was the foundation for Say Her Name, and her death became the roots of the movement. Copyright 2023 KABC Television, LLC. Neda quickly became a symbol for the 2009 anti-government movement in Iran. Latashas cousin Shinese Harlins tells the Sunday People: We got a knock on the door and were told Latasha had been shot and killed. After the police arrived at the scene, a large collection of people on both sides were arrested. ACT ONE NO JUSTICE NO PEACE: THE STORY OF LATASHA HARLINS VIDEO #1: Latasha Harlins Shooting (Please click link to watch on YouTube.) During the riots, the Los Angeles mayor office estimated that 65% of all the businesses damaged during the riots were Korean owned. Earlier this year, a mural dedicated to Latasha Harlins was revealed at the Sutton Recreation Center in South LA, on what would have been her 45th birthday. SOUTH LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Twenty-five years ago, a young African-American girl was shot in a confrontation with a Korean store owner in South Los Angeles, an event that inflamed racial tensions in the community and may have helped fuel the 1992 riots. The interview was conducted at the cemetery where the girl was buried. Police later confirmed the teenager had not attempted to shoplift. The jury recommended the maximum sentence for Soon, but the judge Joyce Karlin over ruled the recommendation. After the car was pulled over, the officer asked the driver, Reynaldo Villarreal, to show him his license. Riots: 15 Years After Rodney King. Why, Gary? He responded if it was your child, you would have done the same thing., At the trial of Gary Plauche, he was charged with manslaughter and given a sentence of five years probation with 300 hours of community service, and didnt serve any jail time. Almost 30 years after this tragedy, and African Americans are still suffering violent deaths at the hands of law enforcement and other races in the U.S.A. After her niece was killed, Denise went on to form the Latasha Harlins Justice Committee which lobbied public officials, staged protests and marched in parades. This tragic event increased the flames of tension between the African American and Asian American communities in South Central. On the afternoon of March 16, 1991, the 15-year-old Harlins "History never repeats itself. After being captured by the police, Brannan said he killed Dinkheller because he let me. As of 2013, Andrew Brannan is yet to be executed for the murder. But was that reaction understandable? Most recently, it has been associated with Breonna Taylor, 26, who was shot eight times by police in March. benefit. On January 12, 1998, a police officer from Dudley, Georgia, named Kyle Dinkheller was shot and killed by Andrew Brannan after a routine traffic stop. On March 16, 1991, Latasha Harlins who was fifteen at the time entered her local convenience store, the Empire Liquor Market in Vermont Vista, Los Angeles. Filmed by a bystander, George Holliday, the savage beating of Rodney King led to the 1992 L.A. riots. Copyright 2023 Public Broadcasting Service (PBS), all rights reserved. Just minutes before the murder, a fellow officer named Don Welch had passed by the scene, but didnt notice anything out of the ordinary. 719K views 3 years ago Kings - The Death of Latasha Harlins: A dramatic realization of the murder of an innocent black teenager by a convenience store owner. After the police arrived, Officer James Niggemeyer entered the building through the back door. I think that it was., In an interview with American media after Dus sentence, Denise said: I screamed, fell to my knees and cried. Dimebag Darrell was an influential musician and founding member of the band Pantera. Article continues below advertisement Soon was charged with manslaughter. Get the latest headlines, releases and insider-gossip direct to your inbox with our Binge-worthy newsletter. The Empire market was burned down during the riots and never rebuilt. The Los Angeles County District Attorney issued a policy after the Harlins trial, that disallowed Karlin from judging felony cases that involved violent crimes. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. The Netflix documentary, which also features Latashas friend Tybie OBard, aims to tell her story and reveal the impact one brief but brilliant life can have. Billy was outside and heard the gunshot, he rushed into the store spoke to his wife then dialed 911 to report an attempted holdup. Your continuing support helps make OPB possible. Some people will say race relations have increased 10 fold since 1991, look we even elected a black president! Her name was Latasha Harlins. My life was completely different before. We tried to find justice and it didnt happen. Javid can be heard saying I didnt want to kill her., During the attack, Neda Agha-Soltan was shot once in the chest and fell to the ground. That still bothers me to this day.. Rest in Peace Latasha, the memory of your death and recent deaths of innocent African Americans, reminds America that we have a lot of work to do to erase stereotypes and fix race relations. After a brief conversation, Baldemar Villarreal can be seen attacking Officer Lunsford by grabbing his legs. The documentary's director called it healing for Black women and the community. Anna Deveare Smith portrays an African-American community activist who repudiates defense attorney Charles Lloyd and draws a parallel between Latasha and Rodney King. Use one of the services below to sign in to PBS: You've just tried to add this video to My List. The Du family owned the store, they were Korean. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Breonna was shot 8 times and killed by police in her own apartment, when police raided the wrong apartment looking for a suspect who had already been arrested. Lunsford originally told Baldemar to stay in the car, but he didnt listen. Despite the danger, Lunsford, who was a large man, didnt appear to be scared by the situation. There was no justice at all. The killing of Harlins on March 16, 1991, at the hands of a South Los Angeles grocer pushed an already racially-teetering Los Angeles to the brink of civil unrest. Brannan rushed toward Dinkheller in an aggressive manner and the 22-year-old cop pulled his gun out and told the man to get back. "Nothing really has changed in the community. Every level of the criminal justice system is problematic with regard to race and class.. Prof Brenda Stevenson, who wrote The Contested Murder of Latasha Harlins, says the teenager was the female Rodney King, and her death was just as significant for the US civil unrest that followed. Thirty years ago, the 15-year-old Black girl from South Central walked into Empire Liquor Market and Deli, grabbed a $1.79 bottle of orange juice and put it in her backpack. On March 16, 1991, 15-year-old Latasha Harlins was shot and killed by a liquor store owner who accused her of stealing. During the riots Empire liquor was looted and burned down, it never reopened. The death of Latasha came only 13 days after the videotaped beating of Rodney King and the case has been identified as one of the causes of the 1992 Los Angeles riots. "But this is an opportunity to talk about women and also how women are complicit in this system of legal injustice. Watch The Dope Years: The Story of Latasha Harlins Full Movie IN HD Visit :: https://primeflixz.xyz/watch/tt13580904 Tlcharger : - https://primeflixz.xyz/w. Baldemar grabbed the officers gun and fired one shot into his neck, which killed Lunsford instantly. The entire event was captured on the stores security camera and the tape was used in the trial of Soon Ja Du. It is also the jury, judge and the prosecutor. Closed Captioning. This is where we would be," said Tybie O'Bard, Latasha Harlins' childhood best friend. The teenagers aunt Denise, who helped bring her up, previously told how she was haunted by the injustice, especially as appeals against Dus sentencing were rejected. Maritza Martin is buried next to her daughter in the same North Lauderdale cemetery she was murdered in. The situation quickly escalated and members of the KKK retrieved a large stash of weapons from the trunk of a Ford Fairlane and attacked the protesters. showed, approached the counter with money in her hand. May 8, 2020 In 1991 a Superior Court Judge sentenced Soon Ja Du with 400 hours of community service and a $500 fine for fatally shooting a 15-year-old Black girl. Surveillance video captured the shooting. However, they have since issued a retraction and blamed the murder on Palestine. Nedas family was harassed and her gravestone was desecrated. Netflix has gone on to produce a movie titled, "a love song for Latasha Harlins". Latasha Harlins was a young Black girl who was shot down by a Korean shop owner, Mrs. He was tracked to a house and police attempted to make an arrest, but the suspect started to act erratically and told officers he had a gun. The icing on the cake in this case is that the police charged Breonnas boyfriend with assault and attempted murder. Karlins reasoning for the light punishment for Soon was that Dus actions were under extreme provocation and duress. entered the the Empire Liquor Market, which was owned by Du's family. Brunston said he would shoot any police dog sent his way. Unbeknown to her that was where she would take her last breaths as a victim of a senseless act of. The decision caused outrage in Los Angeles and a large number of Korean-owned businesses were attacked. The name Neda means voice in modern Persian, so Neda Agha-Soltan has been referred to as the voice of Iran. After the video of her death was shown on CNN, it quickly went viral. Eventually, members of the KKK were brought to trial for the killings and were found innocent by way of self-defense. Turn volume down on phone. 801 Likes, 62 Comments. The most informative, researched, and entertaining true crime stories on the internet. The leader of the CWP was a man named Paul Bermanzohn and he was quoted saying that the KKK is one of the most treacherous scum elements produced by the dying system of capitalism. Bermanzohn challenged the clan to attend a rally that was going to be held in Greensboro on November 3, 1979. Man always does." In the wake of his death, it was reported that he was killed by a gunshot to the abdomen and experienced multiple gunshot wounds. And I think this new generation of leaders today are really bringing that point home. Los disturbios comenzaron en el centro-sur de Los ngeles el 29 de abril, despus de que un jurado absolviera a cuatro agentes del Departamento de Polica de Los . The incident happened only two weeks after the videotaped arrest and beating of Rodney King by Los Angeles police officers. By creating an account, you acknowledge that PBS may share your information with our member stations and our respective service providers, and that you have read and understand the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. EXCLUSIVE: Latasha Harlins was killed by a Korean shop owner in 1991, just two weeks after the savage beating of Rodney King by Los Angeles police officers. Directed by Sophia Nahli Allison, it was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject at the 93rd Academy Awards in 2021. The country has even gone so far as to claim the video was faked. But while the King case led to changes in how LAPD officers were allowed to use force, Latashas death left no standing monuments or policy changes. Harlins then backed away but Soon throw a stool at her. Latasha Harlins was fatally shot in the head. Nuez blamed the event on his ex-wife Maritza Martin and her current husband, who he said drove the young girl to suicide. The facts are contested by both communities. 2020 by Mosaic Players. Villarreal opened the trunk and Lunsford noticed a strong smell of marijuana coming from the car. We can remove the first show in the list to add this one. 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