Former Minneapolis cop's trial in George Floyd's murder gets underway

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Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin goes on trial in the high-profile death of George Floyd, which sparked outrage across the US and beyond

The Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin, on trial for the death of George Floyd"betrayed" his badge and used"excessive and unreasonable" force, a prosecutor said in the opening remarks.

Chauvin "betrayed" his badge and used "excessive and unreasonable" force, a prosecutor Jerry Blackwell said in his opening statement. Chauvin, 45, is charged with unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder and manslaughter. City and state leaders are determined to prevent a repeat of damaging riots that followed Floyd’s death, and National Guard troops have already been mobilized.

 

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