[WATCH] Nathaniel Julies laid to rest
The community of Eldorado Park was bidding farewell to one of their own on Saturday as the funeral for 16-year-old Nathaniel Julies was taking place.
Julies, who had Downs syndrome, died after being shot by police, leading to protests in the area.
Three police officers have been arrested subsequently in connection with his murder.
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Julies' funeral service took place at the Mount Carmel Church after which he will be buried at the Klipsruit cemetery in the Heroes Acre.
We are outside the home of #NathanielJulies. The 16-year-old will be laid to rest this morning. We are expecting the body to be brought to the home anytime now pic.twitter.com/AwpL9gYhBi
— Jacaranda News (@JacaNews) September 5, 2020
The community carries #NathanielJulies to his home. pic.twitter.com/Pz2WBIcMZG
— Jacaranda News (@JacaNews) September 5, 2020
#NathanielJulies #NathanielJulies community members stand by the church gates as only 50 people are allowed inside. pic.twitter.com/kRKxIHJraa
— Jacaranda News (@JacaNews) September 5, 2020
#NathanielJulies McKenzie to Harris "It had to be your child. If it was another person's child that gangster label would have stuck. I am sorry that your child had to die for coloured people to unite.
— Jacaranda News (@JacaNews) September 5, 2020
