Chinanews, April 20th, a comprehensive report, on the 19th, the case of a white American policeman kneeling down on the death of an African man Freud during law enforcement has entered the final stage of jury deliberation and will usher in the verdict. The police involved Whether it will be convicted is of great concern.

The Freud incident once triggered a wave of large-scale protests against racial discrimination and police violent enforcement in the United States. Therefore, many places across the United States were on high alert at the time of sentencing and deployed guards to deal with possible violence.

US President Biden also closely followed the trial and expressed concern that the trial may intensify racial tensions. He may speak on the outcome of the trial.

On March 9, local time, a citizen of Brooklyn, New York, USA walked past the portrait of Freud.

On the same day, the trial of former policeman Derek Chauwan in the "kneeling" law enforcement of the Freud murder case in the United States officially began in the Hennepin County Court in Minnesota.

Photo by China News Agency reporter Liao Pan

Sentence in Freud case is imminent

Will the police involved be convicted?

　　On April 19, local time, the case of former Minneapolis police officer Xiao Wan who was suspected of killing an African-American man Freud during law enforcement entered the final day of trial. The prosecution and the defense made final statements.

At present, the case has entered the stage of deliberation by the grand jury, and the grand jury will reach a verdict after the deliberation.

　　In the final submission stage, the prosecution first stated that when Freud begged for mercy under Xiao Wan's knees, Xiao Wan's actions at that time had already "betrayed the police badge."

The defense lawyer said in his closing submissions that Xiao Wan used "reasonable and legitimate force" while subduing Freud.

　　In this case, Judge Cahill made a request to the jurors before the grand jury left the court to begin deliberation.

He said: “As jurors, you are required to make important decisions in this case.” The judge also emphasized: “In order for you to make a verdict, every juror must agree to the verdict, whether guilty or not. Your verdict must It's consistent."

　　The trial of the case lasted 15 days. The prosecution called 38 witnesses and the plaintiff's lawyer called 7 witnesses.

　　Xiao Wan, 45, was charged with one count of second-degree murder, one count of third-degree murder and one count of second-degree manslaughter for allegedly killing Freud.

Shavin refused to plead guilty to the three charges.

The maximum sentence is 40 years for second-degree murder, 25 years for third-degree murder, and 10 years for manslaughter.

On June 2, 2020, local time, in Minnesota, USA, Freud's family attended a press conference. Freud's daughter's mother gave a speech about her death, and the scene was crying.

The moment of judgment is coming

Freud family pray for global justice

　　On the 19th, during the defense's closing statement in the court, Freud's family, Pastor Sharpton, and the family of another African-American man who was shot and killed Wright prayed outside the Hennepin County Courthouse.

　　Sharpton called the prayer for "global justice". He said: "We have suffered, but we believe that at a turning point, this country must interact with those who feel that blue uniforms make them above the law, and blue jeans make them obey. The people of the law reach an agreement."

　　Freud’s younger brother Rodney Freud also thanked the media for their continued coverage of the case, as well as those around the world who “united with their families”.

Data map: US President Biden.

Biden worries about verdict intensifying tensions

The White House prepares in advance that the president may deliver a speech


　　U.S. President Biden is closely watching the review of the Freud case in Minneapolis this week. He fears that the controversial ruling may intensify new ethnic tensions and further exacerbate the crisis of confidence in the national police.

　　People familiar with the matter said the president expressed concerns about the possible impact of the trial in a private meeting with members of the African American Caucus of Congress last week.

Aides said this has been a point of concern during his dialogue with Vice President Harris for several weeks.

　　According to US media, when Biden began his fourth month in office, he was leading a country on the fringe. The protests in multiple cities over the weekend highlighted the urgency of the country to reconsider racial justice and police reform. .

　　According to reports, in the short term, the White House is paying close attention to events in Minneapolis and beyond this week, and is preparing to deal with various possible scenarios brought about by one of the most high-profile police brutalities in three decades.

Biden will not leave Washington this week, but his aides said that he will closely monitor developments and may speak on the outcome of the trial.

High alert in many places during the trial

NBA prepares for temporary suspension

　　US Fox News reported that Minneapolis looked like a "military fortress" before the Freud murder trial.

Prior to this, Minnesota has also substantially strengthened security measures.

　　Photos show that a large area of ​​the local area has been completely enclosed by wooden planks, separated by fences, and a large number of armed forces and military vehicles have been deployed.

　　The National Guard dispatched more than 3,000 soldiers to support more than 1,000 law enforcement officers who have participated in the multi-sectoral "safety net operation" protecting this troubled area.

　　The National Guard of Washington, DC, also said in a statement that before the trial of Xiao Wan, the Army approved the summoning of 250 members of the National Guard, because after the announcement, the city has to defend against possible protests and unrest. be prepared.

　　In addition, with the outcome of the trial coming out, the NBA has told all league teams to prepare for the possible impact of the relevant judgment.

The NBA will prepare for the possibility of a temporary suspension based on the public and the team's response to the relevant rulings.