The death of D’Vontaye Mitchell, a Black man who was restrained by security guards outside a Milwaukee hotel, has been ruled a homicide. The autopsy report revealed that Mitchell, 43, died from a combination of restraint asphyxia and the toxic effects of cocaine and methamphetamine. Additionally, Mitchell had hypertensive cardiovascular disease and was obese.
The Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office is reviewing possible murder charges against four individuals in connection with Mitchell’s death. The Milwaukee Police Department has referred felony murder charges and an underlying charge of battery against the four individuals to prosecutors.
Mitchell’s family’s lawyers have called for immediate charges to be filed against the guards, stating that instead of assisting Mitchell, who was experiencing a mental health crisis, the staff members used excessive force that resulted in his death.
This incident has sparked outrage and protests, with people expressing their anger and demanding justice for Mitchell. The investigation into Mitchell’s death is ongoing, and prosecutors are evaluating the actions leading up to his death to determine potential criminal liability.
It is essential to hold those responsible for Mitchell’s death accountable and ensure that such incidents are not repeated in the future. The community is closely following this case, and the outcome of the investigation will have significant implications for how similar situations are handled in the future.
