In the early morning hours of May 4, 2008, a night that began with the promise of celebration ended in tragedy for 24-year-old Biniam Gebreyesus. An African-American man, Gebreyesus and his friends had traveled to Washington, D.C., drawn by an invitation to a party they had seen on Facebook. The group spent some time at a club in the city's bustling downtown area, an area known for its vibrant nightlife. The festive atmosphere took a dark turn when, for reasons that remain unclear, Gebreyesus wa
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