Karen Wells, Amir Locke's mother, vowed to continue to fight after Minnesota authorities announced no charges would be filed in the shooting death of her son by police executing a "no-knock" search warrant.
Locke was shot dead in February by Minneapolis police who were searching for a suspect in a murder investigation.
Ms Wells said the officer who shot Locke, Mark Hanneman, is "guilty" after prosecutors announced he would not be charged.
"This is not over. You may have been found not guilty, but in the eyes of me, being the mother who I am, you are guilty," Ms Wells said.
"I am not disappointed. I am disgusted with the city of Minneapolis," she said.
A video shows members of a police SWAT team entering the apartment shortly before 7am while shouting "Police, search warrant!"
Then Locke, who was sleeping on a couch, starts to rise from beneath a blanket with a gun in his hand when police open fire.
Police entered the apartment using a controversial "no-knock" warrant. Locke was not a suspect in the murder case and was authorised to own a firearm.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison on Wednesday said the authorities were declining to file any criminal charges against the officers involved.
"Amir Locke is a victim," Mr Ellison said in a statement. "He should be alive today, and his death is a tragedy."
But the attorney general said police officers have the right to use deadly force to protect their life or the life of someone else. Body camera footage showed that Locke had pointed a gun at Mr Hanneman, prosecutors said.
"Under current law — and as awful as the circumstances of this tragedy are — there is not sufficient admissible evidence to support a criminal charge," Mr Ellison said.
The state attorney general said the case raises questions about whether the police should continue to use these controversial warrants, which have been banned in some jurisdictions.
"No-knock warrants are highly risky and pose significant dangers to both law enforcement and the public, including to individuals who are not involved in any criminal activity," he said.
Locke's death reopened wounds in Minneapolis that were caused by the May 2020 murder of George Floyd, a 46-year-old black man, by a white police officer.
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Protesters march on the Brooklyn Bridge during a demonstration on the first anniversary of the death of George Floyd, in New York. Reuters -

Some streets in Manhattan were closed due to the demonstrations on Tuesday evening. AP -

The musician Common performs with the Sounds of Blackness at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Floyd's death in May 2020 led to worldwide protests and calls for police reform or abolition. Getty -

Robin Puttin leads a prayer while kneeling and raising her hand on the first anniversary of George Floyd's death, at George Floyd Square, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Reuters -

Electric and LED candles bearing the names of people killed by police illuminate the fist sculpture as people gather at the George Floyd Square. Reuters -

A man is reflected in a sign during a vigil held to remember George Floyd in Lynn, Massachusetts. Reuters -

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi meets the family of the late George Floyd at the US Capitol in Washington. The family met President Joe Biden and various US politicians, and participated in a memorial at Black Lives Matter Plaza. EPA -

People gather at the sight where George Floyd was killed one year ago, at 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis - an area now called George Floyd Square. EPA -

A man stands next to a mural of George Floyd in Houston, Texas. Reuters -

A family member holds onto Gianna Floyd, daughter of George Floyd, at the White House following their meeting with President Biden in Washington. Reuters -

Gianna Floyd and other family members and lawyers, raise fists after meeting President Biden in Washington. Reuters -

Community organiser Tommy McBrayer leads a chant in solidarity with George Floyd, at George Floyd Square, in Minneapolis. Reuters -

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and Reverend Al Sharpton kneel with community leaders for nine minutes and 29 seconds, symbolising Floyd's ordeal at the hands of police. Reuters -

Philonise Floyd, brother to George Floyd, puts his arm around Speaker Nancy Pelosi, near Rep. Karen Bass, as he and other members of the Floyd family meet politicians at the US Capitol. Reuters -

A man places a candle at a memorial in honour of George Floyd, at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. Reuters -

Black Lives Matter protesters hold placards and shout slogans in Brooklyn, New York. AFP -

People gather at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. AP -

A man sits in front of the Say Their Names cemetery, close to George Floyd Square, in Minneapolis. AP -

Two women sit on a roof as they listen to a memorial music performance, at George Floyd Square, in Minneapolis. EPA
Agencies contributed to this report
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What vitamins do we know are beneficial for living in the UAE
Vitamin D: Highly relevant in the UAE due to limited sun exposure; supports bone health, immunity and mood.
Vitamin B12: Important for nerve health and energy production, especially for vegetarians, vegans and individuals with absorption issues.
Iron: Useful only when deficiency or anaemia is confirmed; helps reduce fatigue and support immunity.
Omega-3 (EPA/DHA): Supports heart health and reduces inflammation, especially for those who consume little fish.
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The internal combustion engine is facing a watershed moment – major manufacturer Volvo is to stop producing petroleum-powered vehicles by 2021 and countries in Europe, including the UK, have vowed to ban their sale before 2040. The National takes a look at the story of one of the most successful technologies of the last 100 years and how it has impacted life in the UAE.
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Who's who in Yemen conflict
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Timeline
2012-2015
The company offers payments/bribes to win key contracts in the Middle East
May 2017
The UK SFO officially opens investigation into Petrofac’s use of agents, corruption, and potential bribery to secure contracts
September 2021
Petrofac pleads guilty to seven counts of failing to prevent bribery under the UK Bribery Act
October 2021
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December 2024
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May 2025
The High Court of England and Wales approves the company’s restructuring plan
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The Court of Appeal issues a judgment challenging parts of the restructuring plan
August 2025
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180 Petrofac employees laid off in the UAE
WHAT IS A BLACK HOLE?
1. Black holes are objects whose gravity is so strong not even light can escape their pull
2. They can be created when massive stars collapse under their own weight
3. Large black holes can also be formed when smaller ones collide and merge
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5. Astronomers believe that when the universe was very young, black holes affected how galaxies formed
How to watch Ireland v Pakistan in UAE
When: The one-off Test starts on Friday, May 11
What time: Each day’s play is scheduled to start at 2pm UAE time.
TV: The match will be broadcast on OSN Sports Cricket HD. Subscribers to the channel can also stream the action live on OSN Play.
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In the UAE’s arid climate, small shrubs, bushes and flower beds usually require about six litres of water per square metre, daily. That increases to 12 litres per square metre a day for small trees, and 300 litres for palm trees.
Horticulturists suggest the best time for watering is before 8am or after 6pm, when water won't be dried up by the sun.
A global report published by the Water Resources Institute in August, ranked the UAE 10th out of 164 nations where water supplies are most stretched.
The Emirates is the world’s third largest per capita water consumer after the US and Canada.
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WORLD CUP SQUAD
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- Biodiversity: Support species like sea turtles, dugongs, and seabirds
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FA Cup final
Chelsea 1
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