$3.2M settlement reached in police killing of Daunte Wright
The suburban Minneapolis city has agreed to pay $3.2 million to the family of Daunte Wright, a Black man who was fatally shot by a police officer who said she confused her gun for her Taser. The tentative settlement also includes changes in police policies and training involving traffic stops like the one that resulted in Wright's death, according to a statement Tuesday, June 21, 2022 from attorneys representing Wright's family. The tentative settlement also includes changes in police policies and training involving traffic stops like the one that resulted in Wright's death, according to a statement Tuesday night from attorneys representing Wright's family. Wright’s family members “hope and believe the measures of change to policing, policies and training will create important improvements to the community in Daunte’s name,” said co-counsel Antonio M. Romanucci. ___Find the AP's full coverage of the Daunte Wright case: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-daunte-wrightCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comVigil, rally planned for 2nd anniversary of Floyd killing
George Floyd Minneapolis FILE - The family of Daunte Wright gathers on the one-year anniversary of George Floyd's death, May 25, 2021, in Minneapolis. A candlelight vigil to honor Floyd's memory at the intersection where he died was among the remembrances scheduled for Wednesday's second anniversary of the Black man's killing at the hands of Minneapolis police officers. Activists planned the vigil, along with a rally at the governor's residence in St. Paul, for the two-year anniversary of Floyd's death on May 25, 2020, which ignited protests in Minneapolis and around the world as bystander video quickly spread. The city planned to unveil a street sign officially dubbing the corner George Perry Floyd Square just ahead of the vigil, with Floyd's brother Terrence among those attending. ___Find AP's full coverage of the death of George Floyd at: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-george-floydCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comVigil, rally planned for 2nd anniversary of Floyd killing
George Floyd Minneapolis FILE - The family of Daunte Wright gathers on the one-year anniversary of George Floyd's death, May 25, 2021, in Minneapolis. A candlelight vigil to honor Floyd's memory at the intersection where he died was among the remembrances scheduled for Wednesday's second anniversary of the Black man's killing at the hands of Minneapolis police officers. Activists planned the vigil, along with a rally at the governor's residence in St. Paul, for the two-year anniversary of Floyd's death on May 25, 2020, which ignited protests in Minneapolis and around the world as bystander video quickly spread. The city planned to unveil a street sign officially dubbing the corner George Perry Floyd Square just ahead of the vigil, with Floyd's brother Terrence among those attending. ___Find AP's full coverage of the death of George Floyd at: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-george-floydCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comDaunte Wright's mother detained after recording traffic stop
Daunte Wright Vigil Katie and Aubrey Wright, parents of Daunte Wright, hug at a vigil honoring Daunte Wright, on the one-year anniversary of his death Monday, April 11, 2022, in Brooklyn Center, Minn. Wright was fatally shot by a Minnesota police officer during a traffic stop. Katie Wright said Thursday she was worried about what the Brooklyn Center officers might do to the person being handcuffed when she pulled over on Wednesday night. Brooklyn Center police released bodycam video that shows an officer crossing several lanes of traffic on Highway 252 and asking Wright for her driver's license. The officer told Wright he would send her a ticket in the mail and both returned to their vehicles. Wright's death sparked several nights of protests in Brooklyn Center and revived painful memories of the sometimes violent unrest that erupted after Floyd's death in May 2020.
wftv.comDaunte Wright's mother detained after recording traffic stop
Daunte Wright Vigil Katie and Aubrey Wright, parents of Daunte Wright, hug at a vigil honoring Daunte Wright, on the one-year anniversary of his death Monday, April 11, 2022, in Brooklyn Center, Minn. Wright was fatally shot by a Minnesota police officer during a traffic stop. Katie Wright said Thursday she was worried about what the Brooklyn Center officers might do to the person being handcuffed when she pulled over on Wednesday night. Brooklyn Center police released bodycam video that shows an officer crossing several lanes of traffic on Highway 252 and asking Wright for her driver's license. The officer told Wright he would send her a ticket in the mail and both returned to their vehicles. Wright's death sparked several nights of protests in Brooklyn Center and revived painful memories of the sometimes violent unrest that erupted after Floyd's death in May 2020.
wftv.comWright family, activists see injustice in Potter's sentence
Daunte Wright Officer Trial Attorney Ben Crump reacts after former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter was sentenced to two years in prison, Friday, Feb. 18, 2022 in Minneapolis. Potter was convicted in December of both first-degree and second-degree manslaughter in the April 11 killing of Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist. “What we see today is the legal system in America in Black and white,” Ben Crump, an attorney for Wright’s family, said after Friday’s sentencing. Family members and activists applauded in December when a mostly white jury convicted Potter of both first- and second-degree manslaughter. But the conduct was similar, and the reality is the Black officer received a harsher sentence.
wftv.comFamily: Judge in Potter case swayed by 'white woman tears'
They pointed out that a Black former officer convicted of shooting a white woman in 2017 in a different Minnesota case got no such mercy despite his expressions of remorse. And I thought my white woman tears would be good enough because they're true and genuine.”She joined a small group of protesters later Friday evening chanting and shouting outside a downtown building they believed included Chu's home. The phrase “white woman tears” has gained currency amid the national reckoning on race, suggesting that white people weaponize their emotions against people of color to protect their privileged positions. “In this case, a young man was killed because Officer Potter was reckless," she said. Officer Potter made a mistake that ended tragically.
wftv.comDaunte Wright's mother angered by Potter's smiling mug shot
Daunte Wright Officer Trial FILE-This inmate file photo provided by the Minnesota Department of Corrections on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, shows former Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter. Potter's attorney said no disrespect was intended and Potter was simply doing as instructed by the prison staff. Potter, then a Brooklyn Center police officer, said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she fatally shot Wright last April. “How do you show remorse when you’re smiling in your mug shot after being sentenced to manslaughter? ___Find the AP's full coverage of the Daunte Wright case: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-daunte-wrightCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comDaunte Wright's mother angered by Potter's smiling mug shot
Daunte Wright Officer Trial FILE-This inmate file photo provided by the Minnesota Department of Corrections on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, shows former Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter. Potter's attorney said no disrespect was intended and Potter was simply doing as instructed by the prison staff. Potter, then a Brooklyn Center police officer, said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she fatally shot Wright last April. “How do you show remorse when you’re smiling in your mug shot after being sentenced to manslaughter? ___Find the AP's full coverage of the Daunte Wright case: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-daunte-wrightCopyright 2022 The Associated Press.
wftv.comDaunte Wright's mother angered by Potter's smiling mug shot
A prison intake photo of Kim Potter that showed her smiling widely after she was convicted of manslaughter in Daunte Wright's death flared up at her sentencing Friday, with Wright's mother saying it showed Potter wasn't genuinely sorry for his death. Potter's attorney said no disrespect was intended and Potter was simply doing as instructed by the prison staff. Katie Wright brought up the mug shot as she addressed the court.
news.yahoo.comEx-officer who killed Daunte Wright faces sentencing
Story continues below advertisementNekima Levy Armstrong, a Minneapolis civil rights attorney and advocate for the Wright family, said Potter’s sentence will bring some level of closure. “A strong sentence would be modicum of justice, but of course, true justice is Daunte Wright being able to be here with his family,” Armstrong told The Washington Post Thursday. AdvertisementWright’s family and the defense have voiced drastically different views of what Potter’s ultimate sentence should be. Ultimately, Potter's sentence will be the discretion of Hennepin County Judge Regina Chu. Wright struggled to get away from an officer trying to handcuff him, drawing Potter's fire from outside the car.
washingtonpost.comKim Potter to be sentenced for killing Daunte Wright
>> Read more trending newsKim Potter was convicted on Dec. 23 of manslaughter for the death of Daunte Wright. >>Previous coverage: Kim Potter trial: Former officer found guilty of manslaughter in killing of Daunte WrightPotter’s partner, a trainee, had stopped Wright’s car in the afternoon of April 11, 2021. >>Previous coverage: Daunte Wright shooting: Ex-Officer Kim Potter makes first court appearanceBut Wright’s family and community members called for more serious charges. >>Previous coverage: Former Officer Kim Potter testifies in trial over deadly shooting of Daunte WrightPotter took the stand in her own defense and said that she “didn’t want to hurt anybody” the day she killed Wright. Conviction Graphic shows the charges and verdict for Kim Potter in the Daunte Wright officer trial.
wftv.comProsecutors reduce requested sentence for ex-cop Kim Potter
Minnesota prosecutors have apparently backed away from their pursuit of a longer-than-usual sentence for the suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she killed Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist.
Prosecutors reduce requested sentence for ex-cop Kim Potter
Minnesota prosecutors have apparently backed away from their pursuit of a longer-than-usual sentence for the suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she killed Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black motorist. Kim Potter, 49, is scheduled to be sentenced Friday following her December conviction of first-degree manslaughter. In a court filing this week, prosecutors said a sentence of slightly more than seven years — which is the presumed penalty under the state's guidelines -- would be proper.
news.yahoo.comJournalists settle suit over mistreatment covering protests
MINNEAPOLIS — (AP) — The state of Minnesota has agreed to pay $825,000 and change several policies to settle a lawsuit brought by journalists who said they were hurt or harassed while covering protests over the police killings of George Floyd and Daunte Wright. It prohibits the Minnesota State Patrol from attacking journalists, arresting or threatening to arrest them, ordering them to disperse, seizing their equipment and more. It also calls for an independent review of all complaints alleging mistreatment of the media covering those protests, and issuing body-worn cameras to all troopers by June. Several journalists reported being struck by less-lethal munitions, herded and detained while covering protests. The ACLU said other portions of the settlement require that the State Patrol be trained on treatment of the media and First Amendment rights.
wftv.comState seeks long sentence for cop convicted in Wright death
The former suburban Minneapolis police officer who said she confused her handgun for her Taser when she killed Daunte Wright should face a sentence above the state’s guidelines because she abused her authority as a police officer and endangered others when she fired her weapon, prosecutors said in a court filing Monday. “She expressed remorse and apologized to Mr. Wright’s family from the stand, and will again at sentencing," her attorneys wrote.
news.yahoo.comDo Minnesota cases show it's getting easier to convict cops?
Three recent convictions of police officers, all in the Minneapolis area, raise the question: Has there been a shift in jurors' historic unwillingness to convict cops in on-duty killings? “What we’re seeing are, the officers are convicted in cases where their conduct cannot be rationally explained,” Stinson said. The fired Minneapolis officers are charged with violating Floyd's civil rights; Chauvin pleaded guilty in the federal case in December. In all three of the recent Minnesota cases where officers were convicted, the victims were unarmed. A jury convicted Noor of murder and manslaughter, but the murder conviction was overturned on appeal.
wftv.comDo Minnesota cases show it's getting easier to convict cops?
But three recent convictions of police officers in Minnesota have some people wondering whether that's changing. Three recent convictions of police officers, all in the Minneapolis area, raise the question: Has there been a shift in jurors' historic unwillingness to convict cops in on-duty killings? “What we’re seeing are, the officers are convicted in cases where their conduct cannot be rationally explained,” Stinson said. The fired Minneapolis officers are charged with violating Floyd's civil rights; Chauvin pleaded guilty in the federal case in December. In all three of the recent Minnesota cases where officers were convicted, the victims were unarmed.
wftv.comJuror: Kim Potter made mistake but was still responsible
Daunte Wright Officer Trial In this screen grab from video, former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter stands with defense attorney Earl Gray, as the verdict is read Thursday, Dec.,23, 2021 at the Hennepin County Courthouse in Minneapolis, Minn. The juror said no one felt Potter was a racist or meant to kill Wright, but that doesn't mean she was above the law. The juror told KARE-TV's Raguse that jurors didn't feel Potter lied on the stand and instead felt she was fighting for her life. The juror said a turning point in deliberations came when jurors handled Potter's stun gun and pistol and felt the differences. So did Kim Potter's.”The juror said that at times deliberations grew heated and discussions went in circles.
wftv.comJuror: Kim Potter made mistake but was still responsible
Daunte Wright Officer Trial In this screen grab from video, former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter stands with defense attorney Earl Gray, as the verdict is read Thursday, Dec.,23, 2021 at the Hennepin County Courthouse in Minneapolis, Minn. The juror said no one felt Potter was a racist or meant to kill Wright, but that doesn't mean she was above the law. The juror told KARE-TV's Raguse that jurors didn't feel Potter lied on the stand and instead felt she was fighting for her life. The juror said a turning point in deliberations came when jurors handled Potter's stun gun and pistol and felt the differences. So did Kim Potter's.”The juror said that at times deliberations grew heated and discussions went in circles.
wftv.comJuror: Kim Potter made mistake but was still responsible
A member of the jury that convicted Minnesota police officer Kim Potter of manslaughter in the killing of Daunte Wright says jurors felt she made an honest mistake when she drew her firearm instead of her Taser, but that she was still responsible for his death.
EXPLAINER: Are more defendants testifying at trial?
Trials Explainer Defendants Testifying FILE - Kyle Rittenhouse testifies during his trial at the Kenosha County Courthouse in Kenosha, Wis., on Nov. 10, 2021. ARE MORE DEFENDANTS TESTIFYING? AT WHAT OTHER RECENT TRIALS HAVE DEFENDANTS TESTIFED? The biggest risk is that, by testifying, defendants open themselves up to a potentially devastating cross-examination. During cross at his trial, Rittenhouse made no obvious blunders.
wftv.comEXPLAINER: What will judge weigh in sentencing Kim Potter?
The most serious charge against Kim Potter — first-degree manslaughter — carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison. Under Minnesota statutes, Potter, who is white, will be sentenced only on the most serious charge of first-degree manslaughter. But state sentencing guidelines call for much less. In determining a final sentence, Chu will consider the arguments made by both sides, as well as victim impact statements. Halberg said it's unlikely Chu would sentence Potter below the guideline range, saying: “We live in such a politicized climate now for decisions."
wftv.comKim Potter’s Attorney’s Request That She Spends Holidays with Her Family After Guilty Verdict Shut Down by Judge Who Refused to Show Special Favor
A Minnesota jury has found former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter guilty of first-degree and second-degree manslaughter in the shooting of Daunte Wright. Despite […]
news.yahoo.com2 shot in Orange County neighborhood
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Two people were shot Thursday afternoon in a neighborhood, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office said. WATCH: Kim Potter trial: Former officer found guilty of manslaughter in killing of Daunte WrightDeputies were called shortly before 2:30 p.m. to Sifford Lane near South Ivey Lane. Investigators said the two males were taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. WATCH: ‘It was just incredible’: Woman reunited with Shipt shopper who helped her in moment of needClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV. ©2021 Cox Media Group
wftv.comEXPLAINER: What was Potter charged with in Wright death?
Neither charge required prosecutors to prove Potter intended to kill Wright, and they pointed that out to the jury during opening statements. POTENTIAL PENALTIESThe maximum for first-degree manslaughter is 15 years; for second-degree, it's 10 years. But that's more than the statutory maximum of 15 years for first-degree manslaughter, so 15 years would be the cap for Potter if she's convicted. The presumptive sentence was 12 1/2 years. ___Find the AP's full coverage of the Daunte Wright case at: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-daunte-wrightCopyright 2021 The Associated Press.
wftv.comKim Potter guilty of manslaughter in Daunte Wright death
Daunte Wright Officer Trial FILE - This photo provided by Ben Crump Law, PLLC. Potter is currently on trial for manslaughter in Wright's death. The mostly white jury deliberated for about four days before finding former Brooklyn Center officer Kim Potter guilty of first-degree and second-degree manslaughter. As Luckey held onto Wright, Potter said “I’ll tase ya.” The video then shows Potter holding her gun in her right hand and pointing it at Wright. Again, Potter said, “I’ll tase you,” and then two seconds later: “Taser, Taser, Taser.” One second later, she fired a single bullet into Wright’s chest.
wftv.comJury reaches 'trial outcome' over Daunte Wright’s killing
Daunte Wright Officer Trial FILE - This photo provided by Ben Crump Law, PLLC. shows Daunte Wright and his son, Daunte Jr., at his first birthday party. Potter is currently on trial for manslaughter in Wright's death. via AP) (Uncredited)MINNEAPOLIS — (AP) — The jury reached a "trial outcome" Thursday in the manslaughter trial of suburban Minneapolis police officer Kim Potter, who shot and killed Black motorist Daunte Wright after she says she mistook her gun for her Taser. ___Find the AP's full coverage of the Daunte Wright case: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-daunte-wrightCopyright 2021 The Associated Press.
wftv.comJury reaches outcome in trial over Daunte Wright’s killing
Daunte Wright Officer Trial Protesters gather alongside the family of Daunte Wright outside of the Hennepin County Government Center on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Christian Monterrosa) (Christian Monterrosa)MINNEAPOLIS — (AP) — The jury reached a trial outcome Thursday in the manslaughter trial of the suburban Minneapolis police officer who shot and killed Black motorist Daunte Wright after she says she mistook her gun for her Taser. The judge said for first-degree manslaughter, prosecutors must prove that Potter caused Wright’s death while committing the crime of reckless handling of a firearm. For second-degree manslaughter, prosecutors must prove she acted with culpable negligence, meaning she consciously took a chance of causing death or great bodily harm. ___Find the AP's full coverage of the Daunte Wright case: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-daunte-wrightCopyright 2021 The Associated Press.
wftv.comKim Potter trial: Jurors reach outcome in killing of Daunte Wright
MINNEAPOLIS — Jurors on Thursday reached an outcome in the trial of former Brooklyn Center police Officer Kim Potter, who faces charges of first- and second-degree manslaughter in the April death of Daunte Wright, 20. Potter was among those to testify last week, telling jurors that she “didn’t want to hurt anybody” on April 11, when she shot and killed Wright. >> Related: Jury deliberates fate of Kim Potter, accused of killing Daunte Wright“I’m sorry it happened,” she said through tears Friday. >> Related: Daunte Wright shooting: Ex-Officer Kim Potter makes first court appearancePotter said she was trying to keep Wright, who was wanted on a misdemeanor warrant, from leaving after pulling him over on April 11. Defense witnesses testified that Potter acted in line with police department policy and the law.
wftv.comSequestered Potter jury in 4th day as holiday weekend looms
Daunte Wright Officer Trial Protesters gather alongside the family of Daunte Wright outside of the Hennepin County Government Center on Wednesday, Dec. 22, 2021, in Minneapolis. However, Chu told the jurors during jury selection that they would have time off on Christmas Eve and over the Christmas weekend. The judge said for first-degree manslaughter, prosecutors must prove that Potter caused Wright’s death while committing the crime of reckless handling of a firearm. For second-degree manslaughter, prosecutors must prove she acted with culpable negligence, meaning she consciously took a chance of causing death or great bodily harm. ___Find the AP's full coverage of the Daunte Wright case: https://apnews.com/hub/death-of-daunte-wrightCopyright 2021 The Associated Press.
wftv.comNo verdict yet in Kim Potter trial for Daunte Wright's death
The jury has concluded its first day of deliberations without reaching a verdict in the manslaughter trial of the white suburban Minneapolis police officer who shot and killed Black motorist Daunte Wright after she says she mistook her gun for her Taser.
Experts: Potter missed chance to explain Taser-gun mix-up
The former Minnesota police officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright alternated between tears, statements of remorse and clipped, matter-of-fact answers as she testified at her trial on manslaughter charges in the death of the Black motorist.
Prosecutors at Kim Potter trial document her Taser training
A police official says the suburban Minneapolis police officer who shot and killed Daunte Wright with her handgun when she said she meant to use her Taser had been fully trained in their department’s policies on the proper use of force, including stun guns.