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Family Of Girl Who Died In Jail Following “Violent” Police Arrest Demands Investigation The family of an Alabama teen who died in jail following an arrest for disorderly conduct in November is now calling for an investigation into what happened. Family members of 18-year-old Sheneque Proctor reportedly believe that an asthma attack prompted by a “violent” police arrest triggered her yet-to-be-explained death. via Naturally Moi A new petition has been circulating in response to a young woman who is now being called the “female Eric Garner.” The petition is demanding that the federal and state governments investigate the death of Sheneque Proctor. The 18 year old young woman died in police custody at Bessemer City Jail after she was arrested on November 1st. According to Proctor’s relatives, she was at a hotel attending a party with friends when police arrested her for disorderly conduct. Proctor is reported to have complained to the police that she had problems with asthma but her words allegedly fell on deaf ears. The next morning, she was found lifeless in her jail cell. Bessemer City Attorney Shan Paden commented, “I know the case. I know we had a death in the jail. Erring on a conservative side, not to protect the city but to protect the rights of an 18-year-old, the city of Bessemer will not disclose any information.” According to Proctors family, she suffered from asthma and the police were violent with her during her arrest. Proctor’s family is asking that people sign the petition so that they can get some answers about their beloved daughter. We’ll definitely be following this story and will continue to keep you updated as it unfolds. In the meantime, you can read more about the petition HERE . Continue reading →