Latasha Harlins

Death by Force

Latasha Harlins, a 15-year-old African American girl, was tragically killed on March 16, 1991, in Los Angeles, California. The incident occurred at Empire Liquor, a convenience store owned by Soon Ja Du, a 49-year-old Korean American woman. Latasha entered the store to purchase a $1.79 bottle of orange juice. Soon Ja Du, who was working behind the counter that morning, mistakenly believed Latasha was attempting to steal the juice. Despite Latasha holding $2 in her hand, Du confronted her, leadin ...Read More

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