"On Thursday, August 24, Blendon Township Police murdered 21-year-old Ta’Kiya Young, a pregnant, Black mother of two. The state is conveniently leaving her family and community in the dark. One thing is clear: this is a state-sanctioned execution where the police officer appointed himself judge, jury, and executioner. Alleged petty theft (with no evidence presented) does not justify shooting someone point-blank and murdering them as they attempt to flee. The officers involved get paid administrative leave while two children are without their mother and would-be sibling. This criminalization and dehumanization of Black folks just trying to survive must end." "Ta’Kiya was a daughter. She was a mother. She was a person. She should still be here. Ta’Kiya deserved, at least, what we all deserve: due process, safety, and life. The community demands justice for Ta’Kiya Young!" via JUST