On Wednesday, a former Minneapolis police officer pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd.
“Today, my thoughts are once again with the victims, George Floyd, and his family. Nothing will bring Floyd back. He should still be with us today,” Ellison said.
“I am pleased Thomas Lane has accepted responsibility for his role in Floyd’s death. His acknowledgment he did something wrong is an important step toward healing the wounds of the Floyd family, our community, and the nation,” he continued. “While accountability is not justice, this is a significant moment in this case and a necessary resolution on our continued journey to justice.”
Ellison said the state is preparing for former Minneapolis Police Officers J. Alexander Kueng and Tou Thao’s second-degree unintentional murder and second-degree manslaughter trial on June 13th.
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