Longtime civil rights activist Joe Beasley said he's concerned about the investigation into the shooting of Diane McIver, and he has shared his concerns directly with Atlanta Police Chief George Turner and DA Paul Howard.

Beasley is among several black activists who say they worry that the shooter, attorney Claud “Tex” McIver, is receiving special treatment because of his wealth and prominent political position.

Turner, Beasley said, indicated that the police investigation was completed and he had recommended to the DA charges of either murder or manslaughter. The police say that's not accurate, and that the investigation continues.

Meanwhile, several black activists say they believe the shooting would be treated differently if it involved black people. Read the full story at http://www.myajc.com/news/news/black-activists-concerned-about-handling-of-mciver/nsw4y/

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The city of Brookhaven's mayor and City Council last week decided to remove the colored panes of glass from the dome of Brookhaven's new City Centre after residents objected to the brightness of the colors, seen here Friday, June 27, 2025. (Reed Williams/AJC)

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The city of Brookhaven's mayor and City Council last week decided to remove the colored panes of glass from the dome of Brookhaven's new City Centre after residents objected to the brightness of the colors, seen here Friday, June 27, 2025. (Reed Williams/AJC)

Credit: Reed Williams/AJC