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Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson resigns

Darren Wilson, the police officer who shot dead unarmed black teenager Michael Brown has resigned from the Ferguson Police Department, his attorney said, according to Associated Press.

The news agency reported the decision, which comes nearly four months after the fatal confrontation with the black 18-year-old that fueled protests in the St. Louis suburb and across the nation.

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Resignation may not quell disquiet over Ferguson shooting

The police officer who shot dead unarmed black teenager Michael Brown has resigned from his position.

But Darren Wilson's departure is unlikely to put an end to the frustrations and disquiet many in the communtiy feel over the incident.

ITV News Correspondent Sascha Williams reports.

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