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April 1, 2026

Judge dismisses lawsuit over 'Cop City' activist's death

  • A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from the parents of Manuel Paez Terán, who was shot by Georgia state troopers during a protest.
  • The judge ruled the troopers' actions were reasonable after Paez Terán fired at them first, justifying their use of deadly force.
  • The ruling grants the officers qualified immunity, limiting the family's ability to seek accountability in court.

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