Minnesota Substitute Teacher Banned for Reenacting George Floyd's Murder
A police officer working as a substitute teacher in Minnesota has been banned after allegedly reenacting George Floyd's murder and making racially harmful comments.
- The incident occurred at Woodbury High School, where the substitute teacher, Steve Williams, allegedly reenacted the murder of George Floyd using a student.
- Williams, a police officer from Prescott, Wisconsin, was placed on administrative leave and is under investigation by the school district and local police.
- Students reported that Williams made inappropriate comments, including racist and sexist remarks, and demonstrated aggressive behavior in class.
- The school district has prohibited Williams from entering any district property and reported the incident to state education and licensing authorities.
- Teachers on Call, the staffing agency that employed Williams, has terminated his employment following the incident.