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Getty Images Over shadowed by the tragedy that took place in Ferguson, MO, a similar tragedy took place in Los Angeles as 25 year old, Ezell Ford, who was considered 'ill', was gunned down while being unarmed and posing no threat to police. The family is now suing the LAPD for $75M. Rightfully so.