Jury hears closing arguments in trial of South Carolina store owner who fatally shot Black teen

A South Carolina jury heard closing arguments in the trial of Chikei Rick Chow, a 61-year-old store owner charged with murder after fatally shooting 14-year-old Cyrus Carmack-Belton during a foot chase. Prosecutors allege the shooting was unprovoked, while the defense claims Chow fired to protect his son, who they say was threatened with a gun. The incident sparked community grief and protests over racial tensions.