Residents in Forth Worth, Texas, have held a protest outside the home of a black woman who was shot dead by police through her bedroom window. A vigil became a demonstration as residents demanded justice for Atatiana Jefferson, 28, who was killed by a white officer.

A neighbour had called a non-emergency police number after growing concerned that her front door was open at night. Body cam footage shows an officer shooting within seconds of seeing her. In a statement, the Fort Worth Police Department said that the officer had “perceived a threat” when he drew his weapon. He has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation. Participants in Sunday’s protest marched in front of Jefferson’s house, holding candles and chanting: “No justice, no peace.” Many called for the officer to be fired and criminally prosecuted.

“State sanctioned violence has always been a culture for black people,” said protester Michelle Andersen, at Sunday’s gathering. “It’s not about a training issue.”

Fort Worth Mayor Betsy Price was present at the vigil, but left after she was approached by protesters shouting “lock him up”, in reference to the unidentified officer, CBS News reported.(BBC)…[+]