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In reply to the discussion: Just saw this on another site. Comments? [View all]Voltaire2
(12,939 posts)10. The video clearly shows George Floyd with his
head turned sideways, with a knee pressed against the side of his neck. Blood chokes are lethal. Thanks for playing.
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They are also trained that neck restraint is dangerous. One officer on scene even says so; overruled
Bernardo de La Paz
May 2020
#13
Chauvin trying to "light the fuse" - time for a deep dive on his 'net history
bringthePaine
May 2020
#14
this will come out in court. Protesting isn't enough when someone life is in danger
yaesu
May 2020
#44
In Minnesota a Grand Jury has to return an indictment for 1st degree, the county attorney
dflprincess
May 2020
#19
Cops are trained, and do know force holds; so yes, Chauvin knew exactly what he was doing.
ancianita
May 2020
#22
black well known prosecutor says 3rd degree is best chance to ensure guilty jury
certainot
May 2020
#23
Kneeling on a suspect's throat for 15 or 30 seconds to calm down a struggling suspect can be underst
keithbvadu2
May 2020
#24