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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Via AP news wire

Trial to start for lawsuit over Denver police use of force

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The trial for a lawsuit accusing Denver police of using indiscriminate force two years ago against people protesting the killing of George Floyd was set to start Monday in federal court.

Opening statements will come after a jury is seated for what lawyers involved in the case believe is the first trial of a lawsuit challenging police tactics during the protests that erupted across the United States.

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