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CCTV video of George Floyd’s last moments before arrest played in murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin
The jury in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been shown footage of George Floyd inside a grocery store just before his death.
Key points:
- Derek Chauvin has pled not guilty to murder and manslaughter charges
- Video footage of the arrest sparked global protests decrying police brutality against black people
- Security camera footage played for the jury shows Mr Floyd making conversation
A cashier who was one of the last people to speak with Mr Floyd alive last May testified at the trial, saying he regretted accepting the allegedly fake $US20 bill that led to Mr Floyd’s deadly arrest.
Christopher Martin said Mr Floyd made friendly conversation and seemed to be under the influence of drugs.
“If I would’ve just not…
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