Derek Chauvin stabbed in Arizona prison – chaos inside federal facility!
Ex-Officer Attacked Behind Bars
Derek Chauvin, the disgraced ex-cop convicted for George Floyd’s 2020 murder, was reportedly stabbed at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson, Arizona. The shocking attack happened last Friday, according to unnamed sources cited by the Associated Press, New York Times, and ABC News.
The prison has stayed mum, refusing to comment on the violent incident.
Floyd’s Death Sparked Global Uproar
Chauvin became the focus of worldwide outrage after video showed him kneeling on George Floyd’s neck for over nine minutes. The event triggered massive protests against police brutality and racism across the US and beyond.
Chauvin was sentenced to 22-and-a-half years in prison in April 2021 for murder and manslaughter. He later received a further 21-year sentence in June 2022 for violating Floyd’s civil rights.
Authorities Confirm Stabbing, Details Scant
The Federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed the stabbing attack but reassured the public that other inmates and staff were unharmed. The identity of Chauvin’s attacker remains undisclosed.
Legal Battles Continue
Adding to his woes, Chauvin faced a blow on Monday when the US Supreme Court refused to hear his appeal against his second-degree murder conviction. His lawyers claimed he was denied a fair trial due to intense pre-trial media coverage and fears for public safety if he were acquitted.
