Tensions Mount Ahead of Expected Alton Sterling Decision

By Bob Owens

Rumors are swirling that a decision in the Alton Sterling case may be coming soon.

Area schools say things will continue to be business as usual as rumors continue to spiral that a possible federal decision in the Alton Sterling case could be made public in the coming days.

“We are just preparing for a week as normal,” said Warren Drake, superintendent for the East Baton Rouge Parish School System.

Drake says as of right now, there are no plans for school cancellations and or early dismissals this week, but he confirms they are in talks with the Baton Rouge Police Department, principals, and school security teams to ensure safety is the top priority.

“I think we have to prepare, absolutely, but I also think kids are safest in school number one and the more normal things can be the better for our children,” Drake added.

Sterling was a convicted felon who allegedly pulled a gun on a homeless man, prompting a police response. When officers arrived to question Sterling he refused to comply with lawful police commands, was immune to a taser, and went officers went hands-on in an attempt to bring him into custody, he was shot and killed while allegedly attempting …Read the Rest

Source:: Bearing Arms