Freddie Gray death in custody: Watch prosecutor Marilyn Mosby announce charges against six Baltimore police officers

State prosecutor stunned city with charges

Prosecutor Marilyn Mosby said she had a duty to the people of Baltimore (Baltimore City State's Attorney Office)

A state prosecutor stunned many on Friday when she declared that six officers were to be charged over the death of Freddie Gray.

Marilyn Mosby said that she had met with the family of Mr Gray and promised them she would secure justice for their son. She said her actions proved that nobody above the law.

Mr Gray, 25, was detained by officers on April 12 and died a week later after his spinal cord was severed when he was taken into custody. The city of Baltimore has simmered ever since.