Trial of White Deputy: How 'Aggressive Stare' Claim Impacted a Family and Shattered Lives

The tragic shooting death of U.S. Senior Airman Roger Fortson at the hands of a Florida deputy has set off a tragic sequence of events, culminating in the death of his brother, Andre, shortly thereafter, as reported in an exclusive interview with their mother, Chantemekki Fortson. Eddie Lee Duran Jr., the former Okaloosa County sheriff’s deputy responsible for Fortson's death, is currently out on bail, awaiting manslaughter trial. Chantemekki explains that Duran’s actions initiated a devastating domino effect in her life. On May 3, 2024, Fortson, a 23-year-old airman, was shot after responding to Duran’s forceful knock on the wrong door during a domestic violence call. Duran justified his lethal response by claiming he perceived aggression in Fortson's gaze. Sadly, less than three months later, Andre was fatally shot in Atlanta through no fault of his own, highlighting the far-reaching consequences of Duran’s actions. The family’s heartache only deepens as the officer awaits trial.