Former cop charged in tasing death of Scotland Neck man

Former officer John Turner is facing one count of felony involuntary manslaughter in the November death of Roger Anthony, according to court documents.

Turner responded to 911 call Nov. 21 about a man who had fallen off his bicycle in the parking lot of BB&T Bank. The caller told dispatchers that the man appeared drunk and that it looked like he had hurt himself.

Officers said they repeatedly told Anthony to get off his bike, but when he didn't respond, they shocked him. Family members say Anthony had hearing problems and suffered from seizures. He died a day later.

Turner was placed on administrative leave while the State Bureau of Investigation looked into the matter.