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Former Deputy Granted Bond After Fatal Shooting of Airman

Eddie Duran faces manslaughter charges in the death of Roger Fortson, who was shot in his own home.

  • Judge set bond at $100,000 with conditions including no contact with the victim's family.
  • Duran was responding to a domestic disturbance call when he shot Fortson, who was holding a gun.
  • Body camera footage shows Duran did not identify himself before shooting Fortson.
  • Fortson's family disputes the deputy's account and seeks justice for his death.
  • Duran's attorneys argue the shooting was in self-defense.
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