In their previous episode, Dave and Steve broke down what happens immediately after an officer involved shooting, from the officer’s perspective to how detectives begin investigating the case. In this follow-up episode, they explore what happens after the investigation is completed and prosecutors determine the officer acted lawfully.

Drawing on their experience investigating these cases, they discuss why those findings often leave the public feeling dissatisfied. From emotional expectations and hindsight bias to social media pressure and misunderstandings about training, Dave and Steve explain why even thorough and transparent investigations can still feel unsatisfying to communities and families. They also discuss why the word “justified” does not mean the outcome was not tragic.

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