On April 29, 1992, riots broke out in Los Angeles following the acquittal of four police officers who were filmed beating Rodney King, an African American man. The violence, which lasted for several days, resulted in over 50 deaths, thousands of injuries, and widespread property damage. The incident highlighted racial tensions in the U.S. and sparked national debates about police brutality and the treatment of minorities. The riots also led to a call for reforms in law enforcement practices. Kings beating and the subsequent riots marked a turning point in American civil rights activism.