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Louisiana prosecutors drop most serious charge in fatal arrest of Black motorist Ronald Greene

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Ronald Greene's death sparked national outrage and was among several beatings of Black men by Louisiana troopers.

Now, only two officers still face charges, felony malfeasance counts against Kory York and another officer.

"This whole thing started with a lie and a coverup and it's going to end the same way," his mother says.

For years , Hardin has crisscrossed the country advocating for justice in her son's death.

"I wish I could tell you that these officers have been convicted of crimes they did that night . But they have not," Hardin said.

"How many Black men, women and children will be killed by the police before we make a real change?".

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