Ex-Kentucky Officer Convicted for Excessive Force in Breonna Taylor Raid

Brett Hankison faces life imprisonment after a federal jury found him guilty of violating Taylor's civil rights during a 2020 raid.

Breonna Taylor's death in March 2020, alongside George Floyd's killing, ignited nationwide racial justice protests.
The jury deliberated for over 20 hours across three days before reaching a verdict on November 1, 2024.
Hankison was acquitted of endangering Taylor's neighbors but found guilty of violating her Fourth Amendment rights.
Louisville Metro Police Department has since implemented reforms emphasizing accountability and thorough investigations.
Taylor's family and supporters view the conviction as a significant step toward justice, although it cannot bring back Breonna.