For Black residents of Ahmaud Arbery’s hometown, trust in the justice system is on trial right alongside his accused killers – CNN

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Updated 2:46 PM ET, Sun November 21, 2021

Brunswick, Georgia (CNN)Carrying signs that read “Justice for Ahmaud,” the demonstrators marched past majestic live oaks draped with Spanish moss. They chanted Ahmaud Arbery’s name as they wound through the streets, past a hardware store, several homes, a convenience store. They rounded the corner by the floral shop, calling for those watching from the sidewalk to join them.

Annie Polite poses for a portrait outside the Glynn County Courthouse.Annie Polite poses for a portrait outside the Glynn County Courthouse.
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Aundra Fuller stands in front of a mural of Ahmaud Arbery outside the Brunswick African American Cultural Center.Aundra Fuller stands in front of a mural of Ahmaud Arbery outside the Brunswick African American Cultural Center.
A handwritten "I Run With Maud" sign is seen on the facade of an unoccupied building in Brunswick.A handwritten "I Run With Maud" sign is seen on the facade of an unoccupied building in Brunswick.
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Sonia Richardson poses for a portrait outside the Glynn County Courthouse.Sonia Richardson poses for a portrait outside the Glynn County Courthouse.
Sadie Rhone, standing at rear left, watches as marchers pass by her home in Brunswick.Sadie Rhone, standing at rear left, watches as marchers pass by her home in Brunswick.
Ahmaud Arbery's mother, Wanda Cooper-Jones, holds hands with her sister Linda Ellison, left, while being led in prayer outside the Glynn County Courthouse.Ahmaud Arbery's mother, Wanda Cooper-Jones, holds hands with her sister Linda Ellison, left, while being led in prayer outside the Glynn County Courthouse.

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