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UK Inquest Releases Body-Cam Footage, Rules Lucy Harrison's Death an Unlawful Killing

The ruling conflicts with a prior U.S. grand jury decision that found insufficient evidence to bring charges.

Overview

  • Body-camera video shows Kris Harrison telling officers the gun 'just went off' after he took a Glock from a locked bedside box.
  • Senior coroner Jacqueline Devonish concluded he pointed the weapon at chest height and pulled the trigger without checking it was loaded, calling his actions reckless.
  • The inquest found he had been drinking, described him as a 'secret drinker,' and noted Prosper police smelled alcohol but did not conduct a test.
  • Boyfriend Sam Littler testified there was an argument about Donald Trump earlier that day and said he heard a bang before finding Lucy on the floor.
  • Lucy’s family welcomed the verdict and said she was failed by Texas gun laws and decisions by Prosper police, even as no U.S. charges were brought.