Fatal shooting during Harvey drug sweep creates conflict
Two shots fired by police during a Monday drug sweep killed 19 year old Devon Nelson in Harvey. Autopsy shows a fatal bullet to the back of the head and a neck graze, contradicting police chief's claim of a single eye wound. Officials defer to the Public Integrity Unit and Illinois State Police for the investigation.
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Mayor Graves disputes police shot count after Nelson incident
Former police chief and mayor Nickolas Graves says claims of two shots were incorrect, noting only one shot was fired. A Public Integrity Unit declined to release details as witnesses raise questions about the shooting. Neighbors say Nelson was unarmed and allege a cover up while protests are planned at city hall. The officer, a veteran honored as Harvey's Officer of the Year in 1998, remains on paid leave awaiting evaluation. Clifton Hurd and ex-alderman Kellogg organize demonstrations over perceived police mistreatment.
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