April 29 (UPI) -- Authorities have released footage of a police-involved shooting that left a 22-year-old Chicago man dead late last month.
Chicago's Civilian Office of Police Accountability released the footage Wednesday of the March 31 shooting that killed Anthony Alvarez, recommending in a statement that the officer who discharged his weapon be relieved of his duties amid its ongoing investigation.
COPA released more than three dozen videos, including one captured by the shooting officer's body camera showing Alvarez asking "Why are you shooting me?" as he lay on the lawn of a home.
According to COPA, the shooting occurred after officers attempted to stop and speak with Alvarez, who fled as they approached and led them on a foot chase.
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