The family of Justin Robinson, a 26-year-old man who was fatally shot by D.C. police, is requesting that the body camera footage from the officer-involved shooting not be released to the public. The incident occurred on Sunday morning at a McDonald’s located on Marion Barry Avenue in Southeast Washington, D.C.
In a letter obtained by 7News, Deputy Mayor for Public Safety and Justice addressed the family’s request to Councilwoman Brooke Pinto, stating that the family wants to maintain privacy during this difficult time. Robinson’s death has prompted an investigation by the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), which is reviewing the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Robinson, known for his work as a violence interrupter, was reportedly involved in an altercation at the McDonald’s before police were called to the scene. The MPD has yet to release further details, and the investigation remains ongoing. For more updates on the case, visit the wjla.com
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As the community awaits more information, tensions rise over the use of force by police, with Robinson’s family seeking to balance privacy with the public’s interest in transparency.
