ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) A painting of homeless camper, whose death at the hands of Albuquerque police sparked angry protests around the city, has sold at an auction. KRQE-TV reports that David Santiago's painting 38-year-old James Boyd sold for $2,100 and proceeds will go to Albuquerque Heading Home. The group helps find housing for those living on the streets.
In March, Boyd was fatally shot in the foothills of the Sandia Mountains during an hours-long standoff with Albuquerque police. Video from an officer's helmet camera showed police fired on Boyd, who had struggled with mental illness, as he appeared to be preparing to surrender.
The painting was purchased by a lawyer who is representing the Boyd family in a lawsuit against Albuquerque police.
