Ron Thomas' 37-year-old boy Kelly Thomas, who had been homeless and schizophrenic, passed away July 10, five times after clashing with law enforcement investigating reports of tried car burglary. An autopsy didn't determine a cause associated with death, and further tests are now being conducted.
Controversy surrounding the actual circumstances is building, and much more than 200 people ended up Saturday to demonstrate in the Fullerton police station. Comparable number participated in a candlelight vigil about the City Hall lawn at night.
"It's fantastic, " Ron Thomas stated amid a sea associated with picketers. "We've had huge support. "
The FBI and also the Orange County District Lawyer are investigating the passing away, and separately, an attorney representing the town on Friday offered $900, 000 to solve the civil side from the case, Ron Thomas stated.
Thomas first disclosed the actual possible six-figure deal about the Jon and Ken Display at KFI-AM 640. Neither city officials nor the attorney might be reached for comment, and also the offer could not end up being confirmed.
Ron Thomas said he's considering accepting the repayment, and that the money would primarily visit a foundation set up within Kelly Thomas' name to help the homeless. Some money would visit Kelly Thomas' brother as well as sister and their kids, Ron Thomas said.
"I'm prepared to listen, but I'm not signing anything at the moment, " Ron Thomas stated.
As for the queries being conducted, Thomas said he's "always thought that the actual District Attorney would perform a fair investigation. "
Amateur video believed to have captured the event includes audio of Kelly Thomas yelling and being hit repeatedly having a stun gun.
Sgt. Tim Goodrich, Fullerton police spokesman, said his department "wants this transparent investigation to consider place" and that it's "fully cooperating. "
Among the six officers involved within the July 5 incident is actually on administrative leave, and also the other five have been temporarily reassigned from front-line patrol.
Kelly Thomas had more information on run-ins with police. His convictions were mainly misdemeanors and infractions however include felony assault having a deadly weapon.
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