Yes.
But the way it is supposed to work is, the feds only get involved in a local/state case if it appears the locality/state permitted or perpetrated civil rights violations during its handling of the case.
In this instance, the state has not even concluded its preliminary investigation, never mind reaching any conclusions.
“But the way it is supposed to work is, the feds only get involved in a local/state case if it appears the locality/state permitted or perpetrated civil rights violations during its handling of the case.”
The Feds contention is that the shooting itself constituted a “possible civil rights” violation. That’s all they need. They can conduct a simultaneous investigation while the state/local authorities conduct theirs.