We must pass George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to hold police accountable – Ben Crump
Admin l Tuesday, April 20, 2021
BROOKLYN – It was celebration galore for black communities in America and among civil societies today when the jury pronounced guilty verdict on former Minneapolis Police Officer, Derek Chauvin who has been on trial for third degree murder and manslaughter of black American civil rights activists, George Floyd.
George Floyd was murdered in broad daylight by Derek Chauvin on May 25, 2020
The Jury at the Hennepin County District Court which had deliberated for hours pronounced Derek Chauvin guilty of murder and manslaughter. Derek Chauvin will serve up to 40 years imprisonment for the murder of the black American activist.
George Floyd, a civil rights activist was held down by three officers behind the Minnesota Police Van, while one other officer watched the incident without stopping his colleagues, even as George Floyd pleaded repeatedly for help as he took his last breath under the knees of Officer Derek Chauvin. See George Floyd, impunity carried too far
Speaking on the guilty plea, Civil Rights Lawyer, Ben Crump said the painfully earned justice has finally arrived for George Floyd’s family.
“This verdict is a turning point in history and sends a clear message on the need for accountability of law enforcement. Justice for Black America is justice for all of America!”, he said.
He added: “We thank AG @KeithEllison & his team, along with our legal team, for fierce dedication to justice. But it does not end here. We still have work to do! We must pass George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to hold police accountable & prevent unjustified killings of marginalized POC”, he said.
