The death of George Floyd, a black man who died on Memorial Day after he was pinned down by a white Minnesota police officer, has sparked outrage and protests in Minneapolis and across the United States.Manslaughter and third-degree murder charges have been filed against Derek Chauvin, the officer who prosecutors say held his knee on Floyd's neck for nearly nine minutes.Chauvin and the other three officers at the scene have been fired. The Department of Justice is investigating.Today's biggest developments:Floyd's family joins protesters at march in Houston Minnesota Dept. of Human Rights to investigate police department Surveillance video released from police killing in Louisville Editor's PicksWife of Derek Chauvin, officer charged with murder in George Floyd's death, files for divorceIndependent autopsy requested for George Floyd
This story is being updated throughout the day. Please check back for updates. All times Eastern.4:30 p.m.: Floyd's family joins protesters at march in Houston
In George Floyd's hometown of Houston, his family joined thousands of protesters in a march Tuesday afternoon.Before the march began, the crowd silently kneeled for 30 seconds in honor of Floyd, the Houston Chronicle reported.Demonstrators held up signs with messages including: "black lives matter," "no justice no peace," "white people wake up."People gather to protest the death of George Floyd in Houston on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.People gather to protest the death of George Floyd in Houston on Tuesday, June 2, 2020.David J. Phillip/AP Photo
As many as 20,000 people were expected to participate, reported ABC Houston station KTRK.Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said he'd be among those attending to show his support.MORE: How parents can talk to their kids about racism, George Floyd protests
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner tweeted Tuesday, "I am praying that today will be uplifting and encouraging for #GeorgeFloyd family, our City and the country as a whole. And I pray those of us in positions of power who have taken the oath to serve will hear the message of those who have marched and commit to justice for ALL."The march will end with a rally at City Hall.4 p.m.: French protesters set fires, clash with police
Demonstrations in support of George Floyd are ongoing overseas, including in the French cities of Paris and Lyon.Protesters there are setting fires and clashing with police officers, who are responding with tear gas.Protester kick in tear gas canisters during a demonstration Tuesday, June 2, 2020 in Paris.Protester kick in tear gas canisters during a demonstration Tuesday, June 2, 2020 in Paris.Michel Euler/AP PhotoProtesters kneel and react by a burning barricade during a demonstration Tuesday, June 2, 2020 in Paris.Protesters kneel and react by a burning barricade during a demonstration Tuesday, June 2, 2020 in Paris.Michel Euler/AP Photo
The French are not only showing solidarity with George Floyd, but also the family of a French black man who died after being arrested by police in 2016.Thousands of people defied a police ban and converged on the main Paris courthouse for a demonstration to show solidarity with U.S. protesters and denounce the death of a black man in French police custody, June 2, 2020.Thousands of people defied a police ban and converged on the main Paris courthouse for a demonstration to show solidarity with U.S. protesters and denounce the death of a black man in French police custody, June 2, 2020.Michel Euler/AP Photo3:22 p.m.: Minnesota Dept. of Human Rights to investigate police department
Minnesota's Department of Human Rights is launching an investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department after filing a civil rights charge related to Floyd's death, Gov. Tim Walz announced Tuesday.People gather on June 1, 2020, in Minneapolis, at site where George Floyd died May 25 while in police custody.People gather on June 1, 2020, in Minneapolis, at site where George Floyd died May 25 while in police custody.Stephen Maturen/Getty Images
The investigation will examine the "policies, procedures, and practices over the past 10 years" to determine if the police department "has engaged in systemic discriminatory practices towards people of color," a statement said.If so, the investigation will work to "ensure any such practices are stopped," the statement said.Walz called this investigation "only one of many steps to come in our effort to restore trust with those in the community who have been unseen and unheard for far too long."A group of demonstrators gather at a makeshift memorial honoring George Floyd, at the spot where he was taken into custody, in Minneapolis, Minn., June 2, 2020.A group of demonstrators gather at a makeshift memorial honoring George Floyd, at the spot where he was taken into custody, in Minneapolis, Minn., June 2, 2020.Lucas Jackson/Reuters
The Minneapolis City Council issued a statement on Tuesday in support of the civil rights investigation. "We urge the state to use its full weight to hold the Minneapolis Police Department accountable for any and all abuses of power and harms to our community," the council said. The council said it stands "ready to aid in this process as full partners."As protests spread across the Twin Cities, about 123 people were arrested Monday and early Tuesday, mostly for curfew violations, authorities said. About 13 guns were seized, police said.A total of 604 people have been arrested since Friday, according to the Minnesota State Patrol, and dozens of fires have been reported in the last several days.A police vehicle passes a building on East Lake Street that was destroyed during protests two days prior, Tuesday, June 2, 2020, in Minneapolis.A police vehicle passes a building on East Lake Street that was destroyed during protests two days prior, Tuesday, June 2, 2020, in Minneapolis.John Minchillo/AP Photo2 p.m.: Floyd Mayweather to pay for George Floyd's funeral
George Floyd's family has accepted an offer from boxer Floyd Mayweather to pay for his funeral, Leonard Ellerbe, the CEO of Mayweather Promotions, told ABC News.George Floyd is pictured in an undated photo released by the office of Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump.George Floyd is pictured in an undated photo released by the office of Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump.Courtesy Ben Crump Law
Floyd, who is from Houston, will be laid to rest there on June 9.Terrence Floyd visits the site near where his brother George was taken in Minneapolis police custody and later died, in Minneapolis, June 1, 2020.Terrence Floyd visits the site near where his brother George was taken in Minneapolis police custody and later died, in Minneapolis, June 1, 2020.Eric Miller/Reuters1:40 p.m.: NY trooper pushing back demonstrators gets hit by speeding SUV
A 19-year veteran trooper of the New York State Police was pushing back a crowd of demonstrators in Buffalo on Monday night when he was hit by a speeding SUV, authorities said.A Buffalo police officer was also hit by the car and a second trooper was run over.MORE: Lawmakers react to crackdown on George Floyd protests
Troopers fired at the SUV, state police said, and then the driver and passengers were taken into custody.The veteran trooper was taken to the hospital with a shattered pelvis and broken leg, state police said. The other officers suffered minor injuries.Those in the SUV were not seriously hurt.Two people have been charged.1 p.m.: Surveillance video released from fatal police shooting in Louisville
Authorities on Tuesday released surveillance video from an incident which caused the death of David McAtee, a black man shot by officers in Louisville, Kentucky, during protests.McAtee owned a local BBQ restaurant which was frequented by police officers, Mayor Greg Fischer said.Louisville police were on guard inside police tape at the intersection of 26th and Broadway on June 1 after a man was shot and killed by police and National Guard personnel outside Dino's Market.Louisville police were on guard inside police tape at the intersection of 26th and Broadway on June 1 after a man was shot and killed by police and National Guard personnel outside Dino's Market.Matt Stone/Courier Journal via USA Today Network
At about 12:15 a.m. Monday, members of the Louisville police and Kentucky National Guard were trying to disperse a crowd when they "were fired upon," Gov. Andy Beshear said. The local police and National Guard returned fire, "resulting in a death," Beshear said.Video footage from McAtee's restaurant and a neighboring business appeared to show officers approaching McAtee's business, police said Tuesday.McAtee then appeared to fire a gun outside his restaurant, toward the officers, police said. Officers took cover and returned fire, police said.From the footage it appears McAtee fired first, police said.MORE: How viral videos of killings of black men take a toll on black male mental health
Authorities cautioned Tuesday that the video does not provide all of the answers.Why officers were approaching McAtee's restaurant in the first place is under investigation, police said.Emotions overtook some as hundreds gathered to protest the death of David McAtee, a beloved BBQ owner who shot and killed amid gunfire by LMPD and Kentucky National Guard early Monday morning near 26th and Broadway in Louisville., Kentucky, June 1, 2020.Emotions overtook some as hundreds gathered to protest the death of David McAtee, a beloved BBQ owner who shot and killed amid gunfire by LMPD and Kentucky National Guard early Monday morning near 26th and Broadway in Louisville., Kentucky, June 1, 2020.Matt Stone/Courier Journal via USA TODAY Network
The officers have not yet been interviewed, police said.Louisville Metro Police Chief Steve Conrad has since been fired after it was announced that no body camera footage was available of the shooting, The Louisville Courier Journal reported.Conrad previously said he would retire at the end of June after facing immense pressure following the March death of Breonna Taylor, a young black woman who was shot dead by police while in her home.The Kentucky State Police will independently investigate McAtee's death, the governor said Monday.12:15 p.m.: Despite overnight looting, Chicago to move into next phase of reopening
Amid overnight looting, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot promised Tuesday, "we are 110% dedicated to you successfully reopening safely and securely."Lightfoot said she was with one business owner who "burst into tears" and "broke down" as she looked at the devastation to her store.A Best Buy store with broken entrance is seen while people are taking electronics from inside the building in Chicago, Illinois, United States on June 1, 2020.A Best Buy store with broken entrance is seen while people are taking electronics from inside the building in Chicago, Illinois, United States on June 1, 2020.Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images
Despite the unrest, Lightfoot said Chicago will move into phase 3 of its coronavirus reopening on Wednesday."We want economic activity to resume peacefully and safely in every single neighborhood, especially those hurting the most," Lightfoot said.11:20 a.m.: Nearly 700 arrested in NYC, curfew extended through the week
In New York City, despite an 11 p.m. curfew, nearly 700 people were arrested overnight as peaceful protests devolved into moments of vandalism, looting, fire and confrontation.A looted souvenir shop is seen after a night of protest over the death of George Floyd, June 2, 2020 in New York City. New York's mayor Bill de Blasio yesterday declared a city curfew from 11:00 pm to 5:00 am, as sometimes violent protests roil communities nationwide.A looted souvenir shop is seen after a night of protest over the death of George Floyd, June 2, 2020 in New York City. New York's mayor Bill de Blasio yesterday declared a city curfew from 11:00 pm to 5:00 am, as sometimes violent protests roil communities nationwide.Johannes Eisele/AFP via Getty ImagesPeople cross the FDR Drive interrupting traffic during protests over the death of George Floyd, in New York, New York, June 1, 2020.People cross the FDR Drive interrupting traffic during protests over the death of George Floyd, in New York, New York, June 1, 2020.Alba Vigaray/EPA via Shutterstock
Luxury brands and big box retail stores in Rockefeller Center and the Upper East Side had windows smashed and spray painted. Many retailers have boarded up their storefronts.Some officers were hit by cars of protesters fleeing the scenes of vandalism and looting.It also appeared officers were shot at, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said, condemning it as "unacceptable."Protesters participate in a moment of silence during a rally against the death in Minneapolis police custody of George Floyd, in the Manhattan borough of New York City, June 1, 2020.Protesters participate in a moment of silence during a rally against the death in Minneapolis police custody of George Floyd, in the Manhattan borough of New York City, June 1, 2020.Jeenah Moon/Reuters
"I know people want peace," de Blasio stressed Tuesday, "and I know they want change.""I know we will overcome this," he said, adding he's asked community leaders to "step forward" and "take charge.""Do not let outsiders attack your community ... do not let criminals attack your community," the mayor said. "I'll be standing by you."Protesters rush past Times Square after an 11pm curfew during a night of marches and vandalism over the death of George Floyd on June 1, 2020 in New York City.Protesters rush past Times Square after an 11pm curfew during a night of marches and vandalism over the death of George Floyd on June 1, 2020 in New York City.John Moore/Getty ImagesA man takes skateboards during a night of protests and vandalism over the death of George Floyd on June 1, 2020 in New York City.A man takes skateboards during a night of protests and vandalism over the death of George Floyd on June 1, 2020 in New York City.John Moore/Getty Images
De Blasio said he does not think National Guard members should be sent to New York City. They're armed, yet not trained for the city's environment, the mayor said, calling it a "dangerous scenario."New York City will now be under a nine-hour curfew each night this week, beginning at 8 p.m. and ending at 5 a.m.MORE: Mass protests could propel a second wave of coronavirus infections
The mayor on Tuesday asked those who want to protest to do so during the day, and then return home.He also said he's very worried that protests are leading to the spread of the coronavirus.Regular days off have been canceled for all uniformed members of the NYPD, meaning all 36,000 police officers are now working 12-hour shifts, seven days a week until further notice.10:40 a.m.: Senate Judiciary to hold hearing on George Floyd's death, policing in US
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham said he's planning to hold a hearing on June 16 to examine Floyd's death and policing in the country, promising to "take a deep dive" into the issue."It's a long-overdue wake-up call to the country that there are too many of these cases where African American men die in police custody under fairly brutal circumstances," he said. "It's clear to me that policing among men in the African American community is a topic that needs to be discussed and acted upon, and I expect this committee to do its part."MORE: Photos: Moments of peace, unity you may not have seen in George Floyd protests
"I'd like to get to the root cause of it. Mr. Floyd's case is outrageous on its face, but I think it speaks to a broader issue," said Graham, R-S.C. "We just need to get to the bottom of what happened and what we can do to fix it."Chief of Department of the New York City Police, Terence Monahan, takes a knee with activists as protesters paused while walking in New York, June 1, 2020.Chief of Department of the New York City Police, Terence Monahan, takes a knee with activists as protesters paused while walking in New York, June 1, 2020.Craig Ruttle/APChief of Department of the New York City Police, Terence Monahan, hugs an activist during a protest in New York, June 1, 2020. Demonstrators took to the streets of New York to protest the death of George Floyd, who died May 25 after he was pinned at the neck by a Minneapolis police officer.Chief of Department of the New York City Police, Terence Monahan, hugs an activist during a protest in New York, June 1, 2020. Demonstrators took to the streets of New York to protest the death of George Floyd, who died May 25 after he was pinned at the neck by a Minneapolis police officer.Craig Ruttle/AP
Graham called community policing "the anecdote.""I don't know how to make that a reality, but we'll have a hearing along those lines," Graham said.7:35 a.m.: Minnesota AG 'considering all charges' for Chauvin
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison confirmed he is "considering all charges" and that "all options are on the table," when it comes to prosecuting Derek Chauvin for the death of George Floyd.Demonstrators gather at the site of George Floyd's death while under arrest by police officers in Minneapolis, May 31, 2020.Demonstrators gather at the site of George Floyd's death while under arrest by police officers in Minneapolis, May 31, 2020.Emilie Richardson/ABC News
Ellison told ABC News' "Good Morning America" that the case must be dealt with methodically and that prosecuting Chauvin would not necessarily be easy."Generally, jurors resolve all doubts in favor of the police," said Ellison. "The system is such that there are certain immunities police have, there are certain presumptions. There are relationships that police have that are established over the course of years. And the fact is if you just look at the Freddie Gray case, people looked at that video and were quite certain that there needed to be a conviction. No one was.""The fact is these cases are not easy," said Ellison. "And anybody who says they are has never done one."Ellison was reluctant to give a firm deadline on the timeline of the case but confirmed that the public could see charges very soon.MORE: Transcript: Trump to mobilize federal resources to stop violence, restore security
"We are having a fresh review from what the county attorney has already done ... and we are looking at this case with fresh eyes," said Ellison. "There is nobody who has culpability who will not be held accountable."Said Ellison: "The public has an expectation that there will be, there will render assistance when necessary, that [police] will not add harm. Just saying 'I didn't know' and 'I was following orders', I don't think is working for the public anymore. That is not a comment about the evidence or the law. It is a comment about where the public's mind is these days."Ellison said that he and his team are moving "expeditiously" but warned that they also have to move carefully which could take more time than the public would like."There are numerous videos, numerous witness statements, a lot of stuff to go through for us to do due diligence," Ellison stated. "We are not going to prolong this any longer than is absolutely necessary to do that due diligence and we are moving expeditiously, yet we have to move carefully. I know that is unsatisfying to people. They want, what they want immediately, and of course people have waited too long and have been too patient over the years but this case must be done methodically and we are doing that right now."6:49 a.m.: Las Vegas police officer in critical condition after shooting
Las Vegas Sheriff Joe Lombardo said two shooting incidents took place amid protests across the city Monday night.Police and rescue workers swarm the intersection outside Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse, where shots were fired late Monday, June 1, 2020, in downtown Las Vegas. Police were present for a protest over the death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who died in police custody on Memorial Day.Police and rescue workers swarm the intersection outside Lloyd D. George Federal Courthouse, where shots were fired late Monday, June 1, 2020, in downtown Las Vegas. Police were present for a protest over the death of George Floyd, a Minneapolis man who died in police custody on Memorial Day.Ronda Churchill/AP
In the first incident, an officer was shot while engaging with protesters near the Circus Circus hotel and casino."Our officers were attempting to take rocks and bottles from the crowd," said Lombardo. "Officers were attempting to get some of the protesters in custody when a shot rang out and our officer went down."MORE: Trump, Barr tell governors to 'dominate' streets in response to unrest
The officer is in "extremely critical condition and on life support," he said.Police officers surround a person that was shot near the 300 block of South Las Vegas Boulevard, on June 1, 2020, in downtown Las Vegas.Police officers surround a person that was shot near the 300 block of South Las Vegas Boulevard, on June 1, 2020, in downtown Las Vegas.Bridget Bennett/AFP via Getty Images
The suspect in that shooting was taken into custody.The second incident occurred around 11:22 p.m. at the courthouse on South Las Vegas Boulevard. Officers were posted at the federal building to protect it from protesters when a suspect appeared, armed with multiple weapons.When authorities approached the individual, the suspect reached for one of those weapons and was subsequently shot by the responding officers.The suspect later died at the hospital."This is a tragic night for our community," said Lombardo. "With these protests, which are leading to riots, one tragedy is only leading to another ... our investigations into both these incidents will be ongoing throughout the morning.""What has occurred is utterly, utterly unacceptable and I hope the community sees it that way too," he concluded.3:22 a.m.: 4 police officers shot in St. Louis
In St. Louis, four officers were shot amid protests Monday night, Police Chief Hayden John Hayden said.A protestor waves a burned American flag over a fire during a protest against the death in Minneapolis police custody of African-American man George Floyd, in St Louis, Missouri, U.S., June 1, 2020. Picture taken June 1,2020A protestor waves a burned American flag over a fire during a protest against the death in Minneapolis police custody of African-American man George Floyd, in St Louis, Missouri, U.S., June 1, 2020. Picture taken June 1,2020Lawrence Bryant/Reuters
All four officers have non life threatening injuries. Two were shot in the leg, one was shot in the foot and the other was shot in the arm.Hayden said that a peaceful protest began around 3 p.m. with a couple of thousand people in attendance, but later a group of about 200 people started looting.The group reportedly set off fireworks aimed at officers.A member of the St. Louis Fire Department removes a hose outside a vandalized and burned convenience store, June 2, 2020, in St. Louis, the morning after protests against the death of George Floyd. People were seen removing items from the store before the building went up in flames following a large peaceful protest.A member of the St. Louis Fire Department removes a hose outside a vandalized and burned convenience store, June 2, 2020, in St. Louis, the morning after protests against the death of George Floyd. People were seen removing items from the store before the building went up in flames following a large peaceful protest.Jeff Roberson/AP
Hayden said the officers, who he said exhibited restraint throughout the ordeal, also had gas thrown on them.That is when, he said, several officers, who were standing on the line, all of a sudden felt pain and realized that they had been fired.1:57 a.m.: LAPD Chief apologizes for equating looters with officers involved in Floyd's death
In Los Angeles, Police Chief Michel Moore apologized for a remark he made during a mayor's press conference Monday afternoon. He had said: "We didn't have people mourning the death of this man, George Floyd, we had people capitalizing. His death is on their hands as much as it is those officers ... We didn't have protests last night. We had criminal acts."The comment was met with immediate backlash and Black Lives Matter LA called for Moore to be fired in a tweet.Several hours later, amid much criticism, Moore issued an apology on Twitter saying that he misspoke during the press conference.ABC News' Alexandra Faul, Sabina Ghebremedhin, Will Gretzky, Marilyn Heck, Aaron Katersky, Whitney Lloyd, John Parkinson and Kirit Radia contributed to this report.
Source : abcnews.go.com
Source : abcnews.go.com