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Eddie Duran found not guilty in Airman killing; spectators protest

A jury found former Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Eddie Duran not guilty of manslaughter in the 2024 fatal shooting of Senior Airman Roger Fortson. Following the unanimous verdict, spectators gathered outside the Okaloosa County Courthouse Annex Extension to protest. Local advocates criticized the jury selection and the evidence presented during the trial.

LIVE UPDATES: Jury deliberating in Eddie Duran manslaughter trial

The manslaughter trial of former Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Eddie Duran began with opening statements, witness testimony and bodycam footage from the 2024 shooting death of Senior Airman Roger Fortson. Prosecutors presented evidence about the events leading up to the shooting, while the defense maintains Duran acted in self-defense.

Defense presents its case in trial of Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Green

The defense rested its case in the court-martial of Chief Master Sgt. Anthony Green, calling military leaders and family members to testify about his character, work schedule and alleged parenting concerns. The judge rejected the defense’s proposed affirmative defense based on parental rights. Closing arguments are expected tomorrow.

Nationwide nonprofit gifts home to Crestview veteran

Former Army Staff Sergeant Christopher Williams and his family received a mortgage-free home in Crestview from Building Homes for Heroes. Williams, who served three deployments in Afghanistan and Iraq before being medically retired, said the home will give his family the stability and security they deserve after years of combat-related injuries and struggles.

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