Summary
The city of San Diego is considering a $30 million settlement with the family of Konoa Wilson, a 16-year-old Black teenager shot by a police officer in January. The shooting occurred as Wilson was fleeing gunfire from another person when he encountered Officer Daniel Gold, who shot him. The city council will vote on the settlement soon.
Key Facts
- San Diego is considering a $30 million settlement with Konoa Wilson's family.
- Konoa Wilson, 16, was shot by a police officer in January while fleeing from gunfire.
- Officer Daniel Gold fired at Wilson as he ran; body camera footage shows the encounter.
- The city council is set to vote on the settlement on Tuesday.
- Wilson's family claims he was not a threat when shot; they sued the city and Officer Gold.
- The police department stated a gun was found near Wilson after the incident.
- Officer Gold was at the location due to a separate call; he had been with the force for two years.
- The $30 million would come from San Diego's Public Liability Fund.
