Darren Wilson

Darren Wilson is a former police officer who gained national attention in 2014 when he shot and killed Michael Brown, an 18-year-old African American, in Ferguson, Missouri. The incident sparked widespread protests and discussions about race relations and police use of force in the United States. Wilson stated he acted in self-defense after Brown reportedly attacked him during a struggle. An investigation concluded that Wilson's actions were within legal boundaries, but the case raised ongoing debates about policing practices and accountability.