Summary Lawyers say both will face charges in the March killing of a homeless camper.
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico: (AP) - Lawyers for two Albuquerque police officers say both will face charges in the March killing of a homeless camper, a shooting that generated sometimes violent protests around the city and sparked a federal investigation.
Sam Bregman, lawyer for former Detective Keith Sandy, told The Associated Press on Monday that Sandy will face a murder charge in the death of 38-year-old James Boyd.
Luis Robles, an attorney for police officer Dominique Perez, also says Perez will face charges in connection with the shooting.
Police say Perez and Sandy fatally shot Boyd during an hourslong standoff. Helmet video appeared to show Boyd surrendering when officers opened fire.
The lawyers say their clients will be cleared of wrongdoing.
A spokeswoman for Second District Attorney Kari Brandenburg declined to comment.
