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While the number $6.5 million may sound good, the family of Walter Scott will be receiving the amount at the expense of Scott’s life. The city of North Charleston in South Carolina has agreed to disperse funds to help the family after officer [now former] Michael Slager rang out eight shots that killed the 50-year-old-man.

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In a statement from North Charleston Mayor R. Keith Summey:

“I am glad the city and the family were able to reach a settlement without the necessity of a lawsuit. … Both sides have met many times and worked very hard over the past several months to resolve this matter. As a result of this tragedy, important issues have been discussed not only in North Charleston, but around the country. … Citizens have become engaged in the process and government officials are listening,”

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Scott was stopped by Slager for a minor traffic violation that lead to his tragic death. The fleeing victim was shot eight times in the back – parts of which were caught on camera. The officer recalled a struggle between he and Scott over a, however, that was found out to be a lie. He’s now awaiting trial for murder.

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