It is reported by RIA Novosti.
It is noted that the police officer was charged with murder of the second degree - intentional murder without prior intent.
Previously, the charge was milder, then it was toughened.
The other three police officers who took part in the detention of Floyd are accused of aiding and abetting the murder.
They will appear before the court on June 29.
Earlier, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio said the city’s authorities intend to carry out a series of reforms in connection with the unrest in the United States.