Prince Philip's Funeral Will Be a "Low Key" Event that Is Televised for the Public, Fans and 'SNL' Cast Members Mourn the Loss of Writer Anne Beatts, Rapper DMX Died at the Age of 50, Surrounded by Friends and Family. "And then I heard scuffling and the girl that was with him screaming, and I heard an officer ask for them to hang up the phone and then I didn't hear anything else. [24][27] Potter, who had her Taser holstered on her left side and her gun on her right, said, "I'll tase you," and then yelled, "Taser! This photo provided by Ben Crump Law, PLLC. We should listen to Daunte's mom who is calling for peace and calm. And the fact is that we do know that the anger, pain and trauma that exists in Black community in that environment is real it's serious, and it's consequential. Changes are expected to include training on police intervention, implicit bias, weapons confusion, de-escalation as well as how to handle situations arising during mental health crises, the attorneys explained. "We liked to shoot Roman candles at each other. As a freshman at Thomas Edison High . The family of Daunte Wright says the conviction of former Minnesota police officer Kim Potter in Wright's death is a "bittersweet" moment ahead of the Christmas holiday, when "what we'll be able . [20] Two other Brooklyn Center police officers were involved in the traffic stop. Appearing on Good Morning America alongside her husband, Daunte's father Aubrey, Katie was asked to walk viewers through what happened on Sunday. [20] The city settled the lawsuit with Albrecht-Payton in 2023 for $350,000. [16][30][59] In order to avoid conflicts of interest, although the incident took place in Hennepin County, it was reviewed by the Washington County Attorney's Office per an agreement with metropolitan counties to handle officer-involved shootings. "[30][31][36][37][38][39][a], Potter's pistol, a Glock 9mm model, was entirely black,[40] partially made of metal,[41] and weighed 2.11 pounds (0.96kg) when loaded. The parents of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man shot dead by a white Minnesota police officer that superiors say mistook her handgun for a Taser, said on Tuesday they "could not accept . His family say that Wright, 20, was shot by police after . The family of Daunte Wright celebrate a guilty verdict for Kim Potter outside of the Hennepin County Government Center on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021, in Minneapolis. [129] On November 9, Chu reversed her earlier ruling to ensure "meaningful access" to the trial, as the courtroom was subject to attendance restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump -- who has represented the families of Trayvon Martin, Breonna Taylor, George Floyd and more -- is one of the lawyers representing the Wright family and said that fatal encounters between police and people of color will only stop "when we start treating each other all the same. Potter can be heard repeatedly yelling, Taser before she shot Wright with her handgun. I just thought maybe he was being arrested.". [24][25][21][26], After pulling the vehicle over, the trainee officer approached Wright's vehicle. "[139] Potter, during her statement prior to the sentencing being read, apologized to Wright's family and to the community of Brooklyn Center, saying Wright "is not more than one thought away from my heart, and I have no right for that, for him to be in my heart. [49] The vehicle travelled for about 470 feet (140m) when it collided with another vehicle near the intersection of 63rd Avenue North and Kathrene Drive. "[98], Minnesota Lt. She also said that she never observed Wright with a gun and that he was not being violent or making verbal threats during the arrest. ", "He had a 2-year-old son that's not going to be able to play basketball with him. The parents of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man killed by police during a chaotic traffic stop in Minnesota earlier this year, spoke out after a former officer was convicted of manslaughter . Updated Apr 12, 2021 at 10:34pm. [77] On April 14, 2021, protesters put up a large, wooden sculpture of a raised fist at the 63rd Avenue North and Kathrene Drive intersection where car driven by Wright collided with another vehicle. "[98], Brooklyn Center Police Chief Tim Gannon said at an April 12 press conference, "I have watched the video myself, and there is nothing I can say to lessen the pain of Mr. Wright's family, friends loved ones of that feeling of loss they must have. He was funny and had big dreams for his future. [60] In media interviews, Wright's family thanked people for protesting and advocating for justice and encouraged people to protest peacefully. Daunte Wright, 20, who was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center, Minn., police during a traffic stop Sunday. Wright, who grew up in the Minneapolis area, was an adoring father with siblings and parents he loved, according to his mother, Katie Wright. That was the last time I heard from my son, and I have had no explanation since then.". [127][131] Nine of the twelve jurors seated were White, similar to the demographics of Hennepin County, one was Black and two were Asian, with the jury evenly split between men and women. [73] On May 24, Imran Ali, the assistant criminal division chief at the Washington County Attorney's Office, resigned from his job after several activist groups demonstrated outside Orput's home demanding that the charges be raised to murder. [78] Governor Tim Walz implemented another curfew in several counties spanning the night of April 12 through the morning of April 13 and deployed the Minnesota National Guard while Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey declared a state of emergency and a citywide curfew. People may receive compensation for some links to products and services on this website. Offers may be subject to change without notice. [128] Amanda Montgomery, Paul Engh and Earl Gray represented Potter. He was ason, he was a brother, he was anuncle, he was a father, he was a grandson, Katie Wright,told reporters at a Monday night vigil. "And we can't have these two Americas -- one where we treat Black Americans different from white Americans in policing.". After a brief struggle with officers, Potter shot Wright in the chest once at close range. My heart is literally broken into athousand pieces.. ", The mother described her son as "an amazing, loving kid" who "had a big heart," "bright" smile and "loved basketball. A GoFundMe has been set up by his family . Ex-cop Kim Potter was sentenced to two years in prison Friday for killing 20-year-old Daunte Wright, shooting him when she thought she was firing her Taser. The details surrounding the case are still . Soon, she told a large crowd of reporters outside the Hennepin County Government Center where Chauvin is on trial, she called again this time the girl answered onvideo. People mourned at a vigil for 20-year-old Daunte Wright, who was shot and killed by a police officer in a Minneapolis suburb. A person raises their fist during a funeral held for Daunte Wright at Shiloh . [111] The Minnesota Vikings released a statement which said in part: "This avoidable situation is yet another tragic reminder of the drastic need for change in law enforcement. "[118], The evening of April 11, 2021, mourners and protesters held an evening vigil for Wright near the Brooklyn Center location were he was killed. BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. Demonstrators gathered outside the Brooklyn Center police headquarters Wednesday demanding justice and accountability for the fourth night in a row over the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, by a police officer earlier this week.. Officers administered CPR, but were unable to revive him, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. A family photo shows a beaming Wright holding his son, Daunte Jr., at his first birthday party. "This officer has been on the force for 26 years. We're not going to be able to do that anymoreI love you, Daunte," Greer said. dayslong protests erupted in Brooklyn Center. I haven't seen him since.". appreciated. Taser!" The GoFundMe page was . The city agreed to pay $3.25 million to Wright's family, the third largest civil rights wrongful death settlement in Minnesota, and the largest outside of Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Christian Monterrosa). [21] He opened the driver's side door and Wright stepped out of the car. An attorney for the family of Daunte Wright said Thursday it would be "very difficult" for relatives to accept a claim by Minnesota police that the 20-year-old was shot and killed by . Daunte Wright's mother, Katie Wright, told ABC News that her son had called her during the traffic stop. April 13, 2021 11:52 AM PT. Expert witnesses for the defense testified that Potter had the legal authority to fire either a gun or Taser. Ryan Miller is a News NOW Reporter at USA TODAY, Daunte Wright: Mother speaks out at vigil, while protests continue. Now, they're speaking out on his behalf. Elliot was defeated in a re-election bid in the 2022 Minnesota elections by April Graves who largely ran on the issue. Daunte Wright's mother, Katie Wright, said after the sentencing that Potter "murdered my son," adding: "Today the justice system murdered him all over again." She also accused the judge of being taken in by "white woman's tears" after Potter cried during her pre-sentencing statement. He's afraid of the police, and I just seen and heard the fear in his voice, but I don't know why and it should have never escalated the way it did.". The car door remained open while Wright put his hands behind his back and the trainee officer attempted to put on handcuffs. Daunte Wright's parents have spoken out about their son's death, saying that they "can't accept" that his killing was "a mistake". [146][147], Alayna Albrecht-Payton, the passenger in Wright's vehicle during the incident on April 11, 2021, filed a civil lawsuit against the city of Brooklyn Center in mid 2022. "An accident is knocking over a glass of milk," Jeff Storms, an attorney for Wright's family, said during a press conference outside Hennepin County Courthouse in Minneapolis. Topline. [1][14][15][16][17] She had worked for the department since 1995, shortly after finishing Saint Mary's University of Minnesota a year prior in 1994. He was shot by officer Kimberly . Courtesy Wright Family. People involved Daunte Wright. [143] In explaining her sentencing decision, Chu said the case was unusual, and that Potter made a "tragic mistake" of thinking that she drew her taser instead of her firearm while in a chaotic situation. [142] Despite initially arguing that the case had such factors which would justify a longer sentence, the prosecution stated in court on the day of the sentencing that the typical sentence would be appropriate. ", I miss him so much already, and it's onlybeen a day, Katie Wright said at Monday's vigil. [141] The typical sentence for first-degree manslaughter in Minnesota is more than seven years in prison, with a maximum set at fifteen years. [124] Prior to the start of the case, on November 2, Judge Chu ruled that defense attorneys will be allowed to introduce evidence of "slip and capture" errors, a kind of human error that occurs in times of high stress. [66], The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) launched an investigation into the killing of Wright on April 12, per standard procedure, and released Potter's name as the officer who shot Wright. ", Former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama issued a statement Tuesday, saying they "empathize with the pain that Black mothers, fathers, and children are feeling after yet another senseless tragedy. And for that I'll never be able to forgive you," addressing Potter. Just 10 miles away in Minneapolis, the murder trial of former officer Derek Chauvin is underway for the death of George Floyd last year. During trial, Potter said, I didnt want to hurt anybody., Daunte Wright's mother was approached and grabbed by police while trying to film a traffic stop, I was very distraught. Her lawsuit said she experienced permanent physical injuries and psychological distress. Taser! Wright then allegedly drove away in the victim's Honda Civic, while his accomplice fled in another vehicle. "[114], Soon after the incident, Wright's mother spoke with reporters and said her son had phoned her during the traffic stop. Katie and Aubrey Wright, parents of Daunte Wright, cry as the speak during funeral services of Daunte Wright at Shiloh Temple International Ministries in Minneapolis, Thursday, April 22, 2021 . [157], Local officials in Minnesota called for measures to better distinguish Tasers and firearms, as part of comprehensive police reform. "[58] On April 13, Gannon announced his resignation, alongside that of Potter. The City and Insurance Trust believe the early resolution of this matter will permit the family to begin the healing process and will give the City an opportunity to rebuild the relationship between its Police Department and the community, attorney Jason M. Hiveley added. Ben Crump. "[106][107], Former President Barack Obama said of the incident, "Our hearts are heavy over yet another shooting of a Black man, Daunte Wright, at the hands of police. Crime. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? Other speakers included Rev. She said she had overheard what sounded like a scuffle and an officer saying, "Daunte, don't run" before the phone hung up, and that her son said he had been pulled over for having an air freshener hanging from his rear-view mirror. BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. Daunte Wright was a family man, doting on his namesake 2-year-old son and always given to laughter. "[101] The same day, the Brooklyn Center City Council fired Boganey and gave Mayor Elliott command authority over the city police force[102][103], President Joe Biden said about the incident and unrest, "Peaceful protest is understandable. As police attempted to take him into custody, Daunte Wright reentered the vehicle and one of the officers fired their weapon, striking him. [21][48], Wright drove off after being shot at close range. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner ruled early Daunte's cause of death was a gunshot wound and is considered a homicide. A curfew was imposed in Brooklyn Center, Minneapolis and other parts of Minnesota on Monday evening, and dozens of people were arrested amid riots overnight, according to Col. Matt Langer of the Minnesota State Patrol. The parents of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man who was shot and killed by a white police officer in a Minneapolis suburb on Sunday, said they "can't accept" the notion that their son's . A person lights candles at a vigil for Daunte Wright in Portland, Oregon, on April 12, 2021. According to a civil lawsuit filed Monday in Hennepin County, Chyna Whitaker says Wright's parents and attorney Ben . 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[125] Trial proceedings began on November 30 in Minneapolis, at a Hennepin County Government Center courtroom Chu presiding. She said he told her that police had pulled him over due to air fresheners hanging in his rear view mirror. Janet Rupert, who works the night shift in a local intensive care unit. National Guard troops were already deployed in Minneapolis for the ongoing murder trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the May 2020 death of Floyd, which ignited protests nationwide and abroad. [29] Potter then discharged her firearm, instead of her Taser, a single time using her right hand, and subsequently said, "Oh shit, I just shot him. [132][133], Opening statements in the trial began on December 8. Civil lawsuits settled by Brooklyn Center: McKinney, Matt and Kim Hyatt (August 22, 2021). [22] The trainee officer returned to his squad car. I can't accept that.". [58] He said Potter intended to use a Taser on Wright, but pulled out and discharged her gun instead. [16] Brooklyn Center Mayor Mike Elliott called on Governor Tim Walz to reassign the case to the office of the State Attorney General Keith Ellison. Meanwhile, Wright phoned his mother. just before firing her service pistol instead. Engh and Gray were part of the legal defense fund supplied by the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association. ", "And to his family and loved ones, you must know that the president and I grieve with you as the nation grieves his loss. Following Wrights killing, dayslong protests erupted in Brooklyn Center, which is just 10 miles from Minneapolis reigniting the scrutiny over the use of force by police against Black Americans. ", Vice President Kamala Harris told reporters Tuesday that Daunte Wright "should be alive. ", "They could have given him a ticket, given him a notice to show up. He worked in retail and fast-food jobs to support his . 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