John Bennett, a 28-year-old Black man, died on May 12, 1970, in Augusta, Georgia, during the Augusta Riot. The riot was a significant event in the city's history, sparked by the death of Charles Oatman, a Black teenager who was beaten to death while in police custody. The news of Oatman's death ignited outrage within the Black community, leading to widespread protests and violence.
During the riot, John Bennett was one of six Black men killed by police officers. The other victims included
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