On July 5, Alton Sterling was fatally shot by police in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Graphic and disturbing cell phone footage show the moments leading up to Sterling's death.  

The cell phone video has since gone viral, and sparked widespread outrage and protests in Louisiana and across social media.

Four-time world and Olympic champion Jordan Burroughs tweeted his concerns today:

Police are supposed to diffuse situations, not escalate them. Protect the public, and be the voice of reason amid conflict.

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

It's sad that someday I will have to teach my son police etiquette. Either be quiet and completely submissive or risk being shot.

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

Police force needs to reevaluate their selection process and training methods. Too many cops shooting civilians out of fear.

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

It bothers me that cops stick together even amongst injustice. No one is willing to call out their colleagues for mishandling a situation.

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

I respect police. I don't think they are bad people. Just bad execution. Either way, consequences should be involved. Justice is necessary.

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

Are the police here to protect the public or themselves?

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

ATTENTION POLICE: There is a way to protect yourself and subdue your subjects without killing them. It's called wrestling. Learn it.

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

I'm more than willing to teach all officers willing to learn.

— Jordan Burroughs (@alliseeisgold) July 7, 2016

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