Family of Casey Goodson Jr., community gather on his 24th birthday to call for justice

The mother of Casey Goodson Jr. spoke to community members on Saturday, which would have been her son's 24th birthday, to call for justice in his death.

Goodson died after he was shot on Dec. 4 by Franklin County deputy Jason Meade in north Columbus.

About 150 people gathered for a rally at Goodale Park.

Family members of others who have died in shootings involving police officers also spoke during the event.

Those who attended the event are calling for change within the Columbus Police and the Franklin County Sheriff's Office. The group is also calling on other community leaders to help in the fight for equality.

U.S. Representative Joyce Beatty also tweeted about Goodson on his birthday.

Sean Walton, an attorney for the Goodson family also spoke, calling for legislative changes.

Despite the frigid weather, the event lasted for several hours.

This article was originally published by 10TV on January 30, 2021.