donald williamsman who witnessed george floydThe man who committed the murder of a man and tried to prevent his fatal arrest will receive a $150,000 payout from the city of Minneapolis for the mental health issues he suffered as a result of the encounter.by star tribuneOfficials unanimously approved the settlement Thursday (April 25) after Williams sued the city last spring.
Mixed martial arts fighter Williams testifies against former Minneapolis police officer derek chauvin A “blood choke” was used on Floyd during his 2021 murder trial. Witnesses claim they were assaulted by officers while trying to prevent Floyd's death on May 25, 2020. Williams looked directly at Chauvin, waved a canister of chemical spray at him and other bystanders, and expressed concern for Floyd, the complaint states.
In a video played during Chauvin's trial, Williams can be heard telling Chauvin to get off of Floyd and calling the officer a “faggot.” ToutaoAnother Minneapolis police officer, who was convicted of aiding and abetting Floyd's murder, placed his hand on Williams' chest, according to the filing. The martial artist claims he was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder after the incident and has endured pain, humiliation and treatment costs.
Mr. Chauvin is serving more than 22 years in prison for state charges stemming from Mr. Floyd's murder. He pleaded guilty to federal charges of violating the civil rights of a 46-year-old black man and was sentenced to 252 months in prison with credit for time served. The other officers involved were also convicted and are serving time in prison.
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