Tag: Homicide
EXPLAINER: Can Chauvin get his convictions tossed on appeal?
MINNEAPOLIS — The unique circumstances surrounding Derek Chauvin's trial in George Floyd's death could offer the former Minneapolis police officer some shot at winning...
Evidence in Chauvin case contradicted first police statement
<p>PHILADELPHIA — Moments after former officer Derek Chauvin was convicted of murder in George Floyd's death, copies of the original Minneapolis police statement began...
Prosecutor: Man knew toddler was in car when he opened fire
CHICAGO — A 25-year-old Chicago man charged with attempted murder in a road-rage shooting that left a toddler with a critical head injury opened...
Federal officers seek to block shooting trial in state court
<p>ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A federal judge is scheduled to hear arguments on whether Virginia prosecutors can bring manslaughter charges against two U.S. Park Police...
Court record: Chauvin to be sentenced June 16 in Floyd death
MINNEAPOLIS — Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd, will be sentenced in...
Court proceedings in killing of Indiana girl, 6, remain open
<p>SOUTH BEND, Ind. — Court proceedings involving a 14-year-old boy charged in the <a href="https://apnews.com/article/homicide-indiana-grace-ross-07224242d7b2989410ff1759dd2b0447">asphyxiation death of a 6-year-old northern Indiana girl</a> will remain...
U.S. man’s defense: fear played role in Italian’s slaying
ROME — A defense lawyer for a young American on trial for the slaying of an Italian police officer contended in court on Friday...
Ex-officer who killed Rayshard Brooks wants his job back
ATLANTA — A former Atlanta police officer’s attorney said Thursday that his client didn't get a chance to defend himself before he was fired...
Ex-officer in ‘Fatal Vision’ murders appeals release denial
<p>RALEIGH, N.C. — A former Army doctor serving life in prison for the “Fatal Vision” slayings of his wife and two young daughters in...
After COVID relief bill, progressives look for next big win
ATLANTA — Activist Jan Rivers stood surrounded by “JOBS NOW” signs as she tried to round up support for a massive infrastructure and climate...