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Chauvin Trial Bombshell: 14 Officers Confess Government Lied Under Oath

The Derek Chauvin trial, one of the most high-profile court cases in recent history, is facing new controversy as 14 current and former Minneapolis police officers allege that Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) Assistant Chief Katie Blackwell committed perjury during her testimony. These allegations have emerged as part of a defamation lawsuit, raising serious questions about the integrity of the trial that convicted Chauvin and sentenced him to 22 years in prison.

During the trial, Blackwell testified that the neck restraint maneuver Chauvin used on George Floyd was not part of MPD’s official training. Her testimony was a critical piece of evidence that helped secure Chauvin’s conviction for third-degree murder, second-degree unintentional murder, and second-degree manslaughter.

Now, 14 officers have come forward, under oath, to refute Blackwell’s claims. Their statements were included in a motion filed by Alpha News, a news outlet currently defending itself in a defamation lawsuit brought by Blackwell.

Attorney Chris Madel, representing Alpha News, outlined the allegations in a 113-page motion:

“With this motion, 33 former MPD officers who served with Blackwell, and one who currently serves with her, have sworn that MPD trained this restraint as part of the ‘maximal-restraint technique’ (‘MRT’) and otherwise. Indeed, 14 of these officers have sworn—under oath—their belief that Blackwell perjured herself.”

The motion asserts that the knee-to-neck restraint Chauvin used was not only part of MPD training but also widely understood as standard procedure.

Former MPD officer Ken Tidgwell described the training in his sworn testimony:

“We were trained that when two officers were trying to handcuff a person resisting arrest, one officer should use their knee to employ a knee-to-neck/upper shoulder restraint to control the subject’s head, while the other knee was used to control one of the subject’s arms during handcuffing.”

Another officer, Mark Kaspszak, who has served with MPD for nearly three decades, supported these claims but also expressed fears of retaliation within the department.

“I know other officers agree with what I’ve said but are too afraid to sign similar declarations. MPD senior leadership has created a culture of fear. I decided to come forward because I’m retiring soon, and this is the right thing to do. I’ve just told the truth.”

The officers’ testimonies directly challenge the credibility of Blackwell’s statements during Chauvin’s trial. If proven true, these allegations could cast serious doubt on the fairness of the trial and the validity of Chauvin’s conviction.

The trial of Derek Chauvin was held under intense national scrutiny as the death of George Floyd sparked widespread protests and a global movement for racial justice. Critics of the trial have long argued that the overwhelming public and political pressure created an environment where a fair trial was impossible.

The reluctance of some officers to come forward highlights what Kaspszak described as a culture of fear within MPD. This raises questions about whether other key voices and perspectives were silenced during the trial and whether leadership within the department prioritized optics over truth.

The motion from Alpha News also revealed that Chauvin’s conviction is far from the only controversy involving law enforcement testimony and training protocols. It’s part of a broader issue: how public perception and political influence shape high-stakes legal cases.

For some, these revelations bolster their argument that the trial was less about justice and more about appeasing public outrage. One social media user commented:

“This isn’t about right or wrong anymore. Chauvin was sacrificed to calm the mob.”

Others remain steadfast in their belief that Chauvin’s actions were inexcusable, regardless of MPD training. A counterpoint from another user stated:

“Even if it was protocol, what Chauvin did wasn’t humane. George Floyd’s death is still on him.”

If these allegations gain traction, they could open the door for Chauvin’s legal team to appeal his conviction. Legal experts suggest that evidence of perjury could warrant a retrial or even a full review of the case.

Meanwhile, Blackwell’s defamation lawsuit against Alpha News will continue, with these officers’ testimonies forming a key part of the defense.

This controversy underscores a deeper issue within both law enforcement and the justice system: the need for accountability at all levels. Whether Blackwell’s testimony was a deliberate act of perjury or a misunderstanding, the implications are significant.

At stake is not only Chauvin’s future but also public trust in a justice system that is supposed to be impartial and fair, even in the face of immense public pressure.

As the legal proceedings continue, the public will undoubtedly watch closely to see if these allegations lead to meaningful consequences—or if they’re dismissed as yet another divisive chapter in an already polarizing case.

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