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A history of fatal police encounters in Minneapolis, 11 cases since 2010 | KARE 11

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A history of fatal police encounters in Minneapolis, 11 cases since 2010 | KARE 11

The latest deadly police encounter in Minneapolis is the 11th time police have been responsible for another person’s death.

MINNEAPOLIS — According to KARE 11 records, in the last 10 years, at least 10 people have died at the hands of Minneapolis police.

The death of George Floyd, which is still under investigation, would bring that total up to 11.

Some of the more controversial cases include:

David Smith

On Sept. 17, 2010, Minneapolis police officers were called to the downtown Minneapolis YMCA to respond to a harassment complaint.

By Gordon Severson, KARE 11
Featured Image, Brandt Williams | MPR News
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