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Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger granted parole
Dallas News • • nation
Key Points:
- Amber Guyger, the former Dallas police officer convicted of killing Botham Jean in 2018, was granted parole after serving seven years, a decision met with disappointment by civil rights attorneys and Jean’s family.
- Guyger’s parole was approved based on her good institutional behavior, lack of violence, and completion of a treatment plan, though the exact release date remains unclear and could take weeks to months.
- Botham Jean’s killing sparked national protests and led to legislative changes in Texas, including the Botham Jean Act requiring police body cameras to remain on during investigations.
- Jean’s family and supporters opposed Guyger’s early release, emphasizing the loss they feel and ongoing legal battles, including a $98.65 million federal verdict awarded to Jean’s family against Guyger.
- Guyger’s attorney stated she is remorseful, prepared for reintegration, and has secured employment and housing, while the Dallas Police Department expressed sympathy for the Jean family but noted they had no role in the parole decision.
