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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Rachel Sharp

George Floyd: Federal trial put on hold after former officer tests positive for Covid

Hennepin County Sheriff

The federal trial for the three former police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights has been put on hold after one of the defendants tested positive for Covid-19.

US District Judge Paul Magnuson announced on Wednesday morning that he was postponing the trial until at least Monday following the diagnosis.

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