Particle.news

Download on the App Store

Derek Chauvin Faces New Excessive Force Lawsuit from Minneapolis City Worker

Patricia Day alleges Chauvin used his notorious knee restraint during a 2020 arrest, causing lasting injuries.

  • Patricia Day has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Derek Chauvin, Officer Ellen Jensen, and the City of Minneapolis.
  • Day claims Chauvin violently arrested her, pressing his knee into her back, similar to his actions against George Floyd.
  • The lawsuit details multiple injuries Day sustained, including a broken tooth and a deep hand gash.
  • Day's charges were eventually dismissed due to lack of probable cause and mishandling by the officers.
  • The lawsuit seeks over $9 million in damages and calls for policy changes in the Minneapolis Police Department.
Hero image