Reply To: Charges against Derek Chauvin

“When there is a Volatile Scene he had to Look at the (at least 2 others) Scene to make Sure it was Safe and to Keep it that Way!”
He had several other officers assisting him including Officer Thao who was between him and the people on the side walk. Yes, he needed to be aware of his surroundings at all times but he could have (and should have) spared 10 seconds to make sure Floyd was ok. Chauvin’s role on the scene was to safely detain/restrain Floyd and he failed to do so and now needs to pay the price for his actions.