
NYC subway rider kills man with chokehold. Last month, the Minnesota Court of Appeals upheld former MPD officer Chauvin’s second-degree murder conviction for killing Floyd. Thao will remain in custody before his August 7 sentencing.

Thao asked for a bench trial, allowing a judge to determine his guilt or innocence. On Thao kept bystanders back as Derek Chauvin knelt on a handcuffed Floyd’s neck for nine minutes, killing him. A judge found ex-Minneapolis Police Officer Tou Thao guilty of aiding and abetting manslaughter. SpkUgKqKGeĭerek Chauvin’s partner convicted for aiding George Floyd’s murder. I continue working with state & local officials to ensure all available resources are deployed to respond.

Also directed #OperationLoneStar to be on the lookout. I’ve announced a $50K reward for info on the criminal who killed 5 illegal immigrants Friday.
