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Lawyers for ex-cops raise Floyd's history of crime, drug use
Read full article: Lawyers for ex-cops raise Floyd's history of crime, drug useYet three other officers at the scene failed to stop 19-year police veteran Derek Chauvin when he put his knee on Floyd's neck despite Floyd's cries that he couldn't breathe. Floyd, a Black man who was in handcuffs, died May 25 after Derek Chauvin pressed his knee against Floyd’s neck as Floyd said he couldn’t breathe and became motionless. Mike Brandt, a defense attorney not connected to the case, said countering that video with Floyd's past is good strategy. “You are trying to push the pendulum back … from those damning videos of Chauvin with his knee on Floyd’s neck," he said. In documents requesting dismissal, Lane's attorney, Earl Gray, wrote about Floyd’s prior charges of armed robbery and drug possession in Texas.
LIVE UPDATES: George Floyd, whose death energized a movement, to be buried
Read full article: LIVE UPDATES: George Floyd, whose death energized a movement, to be buriedHOUSTON – Here’s the latest on the death of George Floyd, a black man whose death has sparked protests around the world. HOUSTON -- Grammy-winning singer Ne-Yo said George Floyd’s death was a sacrifice that “changed the world” before performing during his memorial service. I would like to personally thank George Floyd for his sacrifice, so that my kids could be all right later on. I genuinely do.”HOUSTON -- The family of George Floyd gave him tearful tributes and made impassioned demands for justice at his funeral. George Floyd, who was 46 when he was killed, will be laid to rest next to his mother.
George Floyd, whose death energized a movement, to be buried
Read full article: George Floyd, whose death energized a movement, to be buriedMourners pass by the casket of George Floyd during a public visitation for Floyd at the Fountain of Praise church Monday, June 8, 2020, in Houston. George Floyd, who was 46 when he was killed, will be laid to rest next to his mother. Floyd's death sparked international protests and drew new attention to the treatment of African Americans in the U.S. by police and the criminal justice system. Four Minneapolis officers were charged in connection with Floyd's death, which was captured on video by bystanders, who begged police to stop hurting him. A Minnesota judge on Monday kept bail at $1.25 million for Derek Chauvin, the police officer charged with second-degree murder in Floyds death.
The Latest: George Floyd to be buried in Houston
Read full article: The Latest: George Floyd to be buried in HoustonThe casket of George Floyd is removed after a public visitation for Floyd at the Fountain of Praise church, Monday, June 8, 2020, in Houston. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, Pool)TOP OF THE HOUR: George Floyd, whose death energized a movement, to be buried in Houston. ___HOUSTON The black man whose death has inspired a worldwide reckoning over racial injustice will be buried Tuesday in Houston, carried home in a horse-drawn carriage. George Floyd, who was 46 when he was killed, will be laid to rest next to his mother. ___PORTLAND, Ore. Protesters walked onto Interstate 84 on Monday evening in Portlands Lloyd District, which led to officials temporarily shutting it down in that area, news footage showed.
These Central Florida sheriffs offices have duty to intervene policies if deputies suspect excessive force
Read full article: These Central Florida sheriffs offices have duty to intervene policies if deputies suspect excessive forceOrange County Sheriffs OfficeThe Orange County Sheriffs Office added a duty to intervene policy on June 2 that immediately went into effect. Marion County Sheriffs OfficeThe Marion County Sheriffs Office use-of-force guidelines does not explicitly state if deputies are required step in when witnessing excessive use of force from another law enforcement officer. Seminole County Sheriffs OfficeA spokesperson with the Seminole County Sheriffs Office said the agency has not made any recent changes to its use-of-force protocol. Brevard County Sheriffs OfficeA spokesperson with the Brevard County Sheriffs Office said the agency has not made any recent changes to its use-of-force protocol. Lake County Sheriffs OfficeA spokesperson with the Lake County Sheriffs Office said the agency is reviewing its use of force policy and did not make it immediately available.
Witness: George Floyd didnt resist arrest, tried to diffuse things
Read full article: Witness: George Floyd didnt resist arrest, tried to diffuse thingsHall told the New York Times that Floyd was trying to show he was not resisting. I could hear him pleading, Please, officer, whats all this for? Hall told the newspaper. Hall is a key witness in the states investigation into the four officers who apprehended Floyd. A woman was also in the car with Floyd, but Hall said he didnt know her name. He was just crying out at that time for anyone to help because he was dying, Hall told the Times.
Central Floridians gather to watch George Floyds memorial service
Read full article: Central Floridians gather to watch George Floyds memorial serviceAll rights reserved)ORLANDO, Fla. As thousands of people showed up to a memorial service in Minneapolis for George Floyd, many others all across the nation gathered in groups to watch from afar. Thomas Campbell watched the service from Oleys Restaurant in Orlando. I dont think that was right.[LIVE UPDATES: George Floyds mourners stand for 8 minutes, 46 seconds]Hes like many reacting after Floyd was killed by a white police officer in Minneapolis. Floyds memorial service happened amid continued protests all across the country and in Central Florida. Barber Chris Jackson from Barbersrars Kutz in Orlando watched Floyds memorial service on television, too.
Experts: Floyds health issues dont affect homicide ruling
Read full article: Experts: Floyds health issues dont affect homicide rulingEven if someone with severe heart disease died of a heart attack during a purse-snatching, wed still call it a homicide, he said. Floyds death has sparked international protests about mistreatment of black people by police. Bystander video showed officer Derek Chauvin pressing his knee on Floyds neck, ignoring Floyds I cant breathe cries until he eventually stopped moving. The experts who spoke with The Associated Press read the full government autopsy report but had no involvement with Floyds case. HEART DISEASESeveral of Floyds key heart arteries were severely narrowed evidence of serious heart disease.
‘We are listening:’ Central Florida law enforcement officers heartbroken by George Floyd’s death
Read full article: ‘We are listening:’ Central Florida law enforcement officers heartbroken by George Floyd’s deathLAKE COUNTY, Fla. – George Floyd’s death has impacted the country and the world. [UPDATES: Protests over death of George Floyd continue across the US | Orange County town hall to focus on George Floyd, police and community relations]“I was that 17-year-old who was stopped by the police. “It bothers me to death,” Canty said. [RELATED COVERAGE: Orange County leaders explain how they can mend law enforcement-community relationships | Black-owned restaurants you can support in Orlando]He was raised in Pine Hills and is now second in command at the Orange County sheriffs office. We’re trying to hold our people accountable and know that we are listening, we’ve heard the concerns of the community,” Canty said.
He loved me a lot: Daughter of George Floyd speaks out
Read full article: He loved me a lot: Daughter of George Floyd speaks outA memorial service for George Floyd will take place Thursday in Minneapolis and Floyds 6-year-old daughter, Gianna, and her mother will be there. Before Floyd is laid to rest, CBS Jamie Yuccas sat down with Gianna and her mother to ask them about their loss. [RELATED: Family demands charges against 4 officers in George Floyds death | On the spot where George Floyd died, his brother urges calm]For Roxie Washington, seeking justice for Floyd is only part of the tragic story. He loved his kid.Washington is the mother of Gianna, who is now without a father. The Floyd family attorney told CBS News theyre expecting charges to be filed against the other three officers involved.
These counties are under curfew as protests continue throughout Central Florida
Read full article: These counties are under curfew as protests continue throughout Central FloridaORLANDO, Fla. The death of George Floyd in Minneapolis has sparked outrage across the country, including through protests in Central Florida. Demonstrators are now demanding justice for Floyd and police accountability in the form of marches, vigils and protests in the Central Florida area. As a result, some counties in Central Florida have enacted a curfew to help prevent vandalism and looting. Here are the Central Florida counties under curfew. The county-wide curfew will be in effect from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. County leaders saying it was a matter of safety.
Medical examiner: Floyd's heart stopped while restrained
Read full article: Medical examiner: Floyd's heart stopped while restrained(Hennepin County Sheriff via AP)MINNEAPOLIS A medical examiner on Monday classified George Floyds death as a homicide, saying his heart stopped as police restrained him and compressed his neck, in a widely seen video that has sparked protests across the nation. A Minneapolis police officer was charged last week with third-degree murder in Floyds death, and three other officers were fired. Bystander video showed the officer, Derek Chauvin, holding his knee on Floyds neck despite the man's cries that he can't breathe until he eventually stopped moving. The complaint, citing preliminary findings from the medical examiner, listed the effects of being restrained, along with underlying health issues and potential intoxicants in Floyds system. Tim Walz announced Sunday that Attorney General Keith Ellison would take the lead in any prosecutions in Floyd's death.
Minneapolis overwhelmed again by protests over Floyd death
Read full article: Minneapolis overwhelmed again by protests over Floyd deathProtests continued following the death of George Floyd, who died after being restrained by Minneapolis police officers on Memorial Day. The rare step came as the violence spread to other cities: A man shot dead in Detroit, police cars battered in Atlanta and skirmishes with police in New York City. Minneapolis police said shots had been fired at law enforcement officers during the protests but no one was injured. Chauvin eventually pulled Floyd out of the car, and the handcuffed Floyd went to the ground face down. The doctor who will do the autopsy is Michael Baden, former chief medical examiner of New York City.
Orlando-area law enforcement leaders react to death of George Floyd
Read full article: Orlando-area law enforcement leaders react to death of George FloydIts an incident that started a national conversation, and now, both the Orange County sheriff and the Orlando Police chief are sharing their reactions to the death of George Floyd. Orlando Police Chief Orlando Rolon said in part, How did that take place?To those in law enforcement, don't hesitate to step in & assist fellow officers who are performing their duties in accordance with our professional standards. Likewise don't hesitate to step in & prevent fellow officers from performing their duties contrary to our high standards. https://t.co/p6YjysiYIc Chief Orlando Roln (@OrlandoPDChief) May 27, 2020Orange County Sheriff, John Mina, echoed Rolons shock, saying, That video is upsetting to me, as a law man for 30 years.. The two leaders of law enforcement released similar messages, and its one Rolon said hes seen all across the nation.