Alton Sterling

Alton Sterling was a Black man fatally shot by police in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in July 2016. Authorities responded after reports of a man selling CDs outside a convenience store. Video footage showed Sterling holding a gun and resisting arrest, which led officers to use deadly force. His death sparked widespread protests and discussions about police conduct, use of force, and racial injustice in the United States. The incident highlighted ongoing concerns about systemic inequality and the need for police accountability.