Documents show Jacob Blake, shot by Kenosha cops in riot-unleashing incident, has record of domestic abuse

The filmed shooting of a black man

The filmed shooting of a black man by police officers triggered riots in the Wisconsin city and drew national attention. Some people say the mainstream coverage fails to include the Kenosha resident’s criminal record for context.

Blake, 29, was shot multiple times in the back while trying to get into a car in front of witnesses, reportedly including his children. The police said the officers were responding to a domestic disturbance report when the confrontation happened. Blake was rushed to hospital and is expected to survive.

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