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New federal lawsuits target ex-cop who killed George Floyd

Two Minnesotans have filed federal civil rights lawsuits against the city of Minneapolis and former Officer Derek Chauvin

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Two Minnesotans have filed federal civil rights lawsuits against the city of Minneapolis and former Officer Derek Chauvin

Highlights

  • Two Minnesotans have filed federal civil rights lawsuits against Minneapolis and former Officer Derek Chauvin.
  • John Pope Jr.
  • and Zoya Code are Black and Chauvin is white.
  • They allege they were traumatized when Chauvin used his “signature move” of kneeling on their necks.
  • Both lawsuits seek unspecified damages and name other officers involved.
  • The Minneapolis City Attorney’s Office indicated it is considering settlements.