Man who witnessed George Floyd murder
by police suing Minneapolis over officers’ actions
Posted By: NorthernDog, 5/18/2023 8:46:42 AM
One of the most vocal bystanders as a Minneapolis police officer murdered George Floyd three years ago is suing the city, alleging he was assaulted and suffered emotional distress as he witnessed the handcuffed Black man beg for his life, go limp and stop breathing. Donald Williams of Minneapolis filed the lawsuit Tuesday in Hennepin County District Court. (Snip) Because of the officers’ conduct, William has endured emotional distress, pain, suffering, humiliation, embarrassment and medical expenses, according to the lawsuit. A city spokesperson told The Associated Press in an email Wednesday that the City Attorney’s Office does not have a
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It seems a little late to cash in, but why not give it a try. A big pile of money may help him sleep at night.