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jaxexpat

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4. Chauvin was afraid of him. Obviously.

Reply to lark (Reply #1)

Fri Apr 9, 2021, 09:04 AM

Apr 2021

Either Floyd died or Chauvin lived looking over his shoulder. At least that is the most logical motive I see. But then, I fail to see the logic behind white supremacy or racism.

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Chauvin Trial: Will the Prosecution need to show motive? [View all] rgbecker Apr 2021 OP

They used to work as bouncers at the same place. lark Apr 2021 #1

Chauvin was afraid of him. Obviously. jaxexpat Apr 2021 #4

Indeed WHITT Apr 2021 #5

Yes which is why this aspect will probably not be brought up. lark Apr 2021 #7

I think it's as simple as Rustynaerduwell Apr 2021 #2

No Motive or Intent Required WHITT Apr 2021 #3

Thanks for this input. rgbecker Apr 2021 #9

George Floyd didn't say the cop's name at any time Beringia Apr 2021 #6

"Motive" is not an element of any crime charged Effete Snob Apr 2021 #8

What would be the felony in the "Unintentional murder" Charge? rgbecker Apr 2021 #10

Assault Effete Snob Apr 2021 #13

He had to feel him die. Evergreen Emerald Apr 2021 #11

Legally Speaking, Or To Get A Conviction? RobinA Apr 2021 #12