Overview
It is well said that you may try to forget what you do, and you might try to change but people will always remember you and what you did. Derek Chauvin was imprisoned for the George Floyd case. But the hate he faced was in the form of huge movements and strikes and later got into the prison. but recently he was got stabbed by Turscak in Federal Correctional Institution where Chauvin was housed.
The incident
Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted in 2021 for the murder of George Floyd, was reportedly stabbed 22 times by an inmate in prison, where he is serving a sentence of 22 and a half years. The alleged assailant, identified as John Turscak in documents obtained by AP and other outlets, reportedly used an improvised knife for the attack.
Turscak told FBI investigators that he attacked Chauvin in prison law library around 12:30 pm, on Black Friday,the day after Thanksgiving, seeing it as a symbolic connection to the Black Lives Matter movement and the “Black Hand,” a symbol associated with the Mexican Mafia. He now faces charges of attempted murder, assault with intent to commit murder, assault with a dangerous weapon, and assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Turscak allegedly used an improvised knife in the attack.
Correctional officers had to use pepper spray to subdue Turscak. Following the incident, the US Bureau of Prisons reported that “life-saving measures” were performed on the victim.
Previously, on November 24, it was reported that Chauvin was seriously injured after being stabbed by another inmate. The Federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed that an inmate was stabbed at the Federal Correctional Institution, Tucson, where Chauvin is housed. EMTs on site-initiated lifesaving measures before transferring the victim to the hospital.
Chauvin’s mother, Carolyn Runge Pawlenty, was informed that Chauvin was in stable condition. Chauvin, 47, was transferred to FCI Tucson in August 2022 to serve a 21-year federal sentence for violating Floyd’s civil rights and a 22½-year state sentence for second-degree murder. His lawyer had advocated for keeping him out of general population for his protection.
This incident occurred just days after the Supreme Court rejected Chauvin’s claim that he did not receive a fair trial for the murder of George Floyd.
Derek Chauvin, case
The United States witnessed a landmark trial that had significant implications for racial justice and police accountability. Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer, was put on trial for the murder of George Floyd. The incident occurred on May 25, 2020, during an arrest and sparked global protests against racial injustice and police brutality.
Derek Chauvin, a former police officer, ignored George Floyd’s desperate pleas for help and his repeated cries of “I can’t breathe”, pressing his knee into Floyd’s neck for over nine agonizing minutes. Floyd, handcuffed and face-down on the street, tragically lost his life during this ordeal.
Chauvin was found guilty on all charges: second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter, and was sentenced to 22 and a half years in prison, exceeding the standard guideline.
The trial, held at the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis from March 8 to April 20, 2021, was a historic event. It was the first criminal trial in Minnesota to be fully televised and broadcast live in state court. The trial drew extensive media attention, with over 23 million people tuning in to watch the live announcement of the verdict.
This case marked the first time a white police officer in Minnesota was convicted for the murder of a Black person. Despite its significance, the United States Supreme Court declined to review the case.
John Turscak: the guilty
John Turscak, a former gang leader who is currently serving a 30-year sentence for crimes committed as a member of the Mexican Mafia, has been charged with attempted murder following an attack on Derek Chauvin. Turscak admitted to investigators that he had contemplated attacking Chauvin for a month due to his high-profile status, but he denied any intention to kill him.
Violence in American jails
Violence in American jails is a distressing reality, with 20% of inmates experiencing physical abuse over a six-month period. This often involves brutal methods such as beatings, shootings, and the use of chemical sprays. Factors contributing to this violence include overcrowding, inadequate staff training, excessive solitary confinement, and a lack of accountability for wardens. The use of excessive force is a daily occurrence, violating constitutional rights. Overcrowding and understaffing have long plagued jails, leading to disarray even before the pandemic. It’s important to note that these issues can vary significantly from one county to another.
