Family of Bryan Axel Ramirez Gomez calls for independent investigation

Alfredo Ramirez

ELKHART, Ind. -- The family of Bryan Axel Ramirez Gomez and the community of Elkhart County are organizing a petition calling for an independent federal and state review of the officer involved shooting of the 17-year-old. 

Signatures will be collected throughout Elkhart County in the coming weeks. 

The petition calls for structural reforms to ensure impartial oversight and long-term accountability in Elkhart County. 

The goal of the petition is transparency, impartial review, and restoration of public trust. 

The first tabling event will be held Sunday, Mar. 8, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elkhart Civic Plaza.

If you would like to volunteer to help collect signatures, please contact [email protected].

The petition is also available to sign online for those who are not local and wish to support.

It is strongly encouraged for Elkhart County residents to sign in person. Signatures from local residents carry greater weight in demonstrating community concern.

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