Labor Day justice rally held for man shot in back by deputy outside Florida Mall

Protesters are gathering at Orlando City Hall for a Labor Day demonstration.

They say they are seeking justice for Salaythis Melvin, who was shot in the back while running away from a deputy outside The Florida Mall exactly a month ago. He later died.

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The deputy said he thought the 22-year-old was reaching for a gun.

The protest started at 5 p.m. and is being called a “Labor of Love” on Labor Day for Melvin.

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Protesters told Eyewitness News they won’t stop until there is justice for Melvin. They said they believe Melvin was not a threat to the deputy.

The case is still under investigation.

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Protesters continue to demand accountability for fatal deputy-involved shooting of Salaythis Melvin Protesters gathered at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office Friday to demand answers following a fatal deputy-involved shooting at the Florida Mall this month. (WFTV)