The Reverend Al Sharpton won't be a fixture in the coverage surrounding Walter Scott's April 4th shooting death by white police officer North Charleston Police Officer Michael Slager.
According to The New York Daily News, Sharpton was asked to stay away from Scott's funeral by his family.
“The Reverend Al has called and expressed his support and condolences,” said family attorney Chris Stewart. “The family is very appreciative. The funeral is only going to be close family members."
Charleston Police Officer Michael Slager (left) shot and killed Walter Scott during a traffic stop
“They are in mourning and we would never come unless they asked,” Sharpton told The News. “We're willing to be helpful to the family but only when needed.”
Although the Scott has requested that he stay away, Sharpton said he will be in Charleston on Sunday.
"I have been invited to preach in North Charleston, SC, on Sunday and to help lead a healing prayer vigil that afternoon by local clergy who have worked on this case from the beginning."
Slager has been fired from the Charleston Police Department and charged with murder for shooting Scott in the back while he fled.
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