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062220 Atlanta: The body of Rayshard Brooks arrives for his public viewing at Ebenezer Baptist Church on Monday, Jun 22, 2020 in Atlanta. Brooks, 27, died June 12 after being shot by an officer in a Wendyâs parking lot. Brooksâ death sparked protests in Atlanta and around the country. âEbenezer is a parish for all people, a sanctuary for those who suffer,â Rev. Raphael G. Warnock, senior pastor of Ebenezer, said in an emailed statement. âRayshard was not a member of our church but he, and his loved ones, are a part of our family. We seek to embrace them, comfort them and walk beside them in the days ahead.â A private funeral for Brooks will be held Tuesday at the church. Curtis Compton ccompton@ajc.com
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