Daunte Wright shooting charges: Second-degree manslaughter
Former Brooklyn Center, Minnesota police officer Kimberly Potter is being charged with second-degree manslaughter in the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, Washington County Attorney Pete Orput confirmed Wednesday morning. Orput told FOX 9 he met with the family of Daunte Wright this morning to explain the charge and expressed his deep condolences.
Daunte Wright: Doting dad, ballplayer, slain by Brooklyn Center police
Daunte Wright became a father while he was still a teenager, and seemed to relish the role of a doting young dad, his family and friends said.
Brooklyn Center forms crisis team in wake of protests to Daunte Wright shooting
In the wake of ongoing protests following the police shooting of Daunte Wright, Brooklyn Center city leaders announced the creation of the Brooklyn Center Community Crisis Team to promote peaceful protests and establish connections with community members.
Brooklyn Center announces Wednesday night curfew, Minneapolis does not
Some cities in the Twin Cities metro have issued curfews Wednesday night, while Minneapolis decided not to institute one.
How to help Daunte Wright's family, Brooklyn Center
Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota Sunday. Since the deadly shooting, people from all over have been offering their support for Daunte Wright’s family and the Brooklyn Center community.
George Floyd's girlfriend was Daunte Wright's teacher, family says
Daunte Wright’s aunt said during an emotional press conference that George Floyd’s former girlfriend once taught her nephew at a high school in Minneapolis.
Demonstrators return to Brooklyn Center Police Department for 3rd night
Demonstrators gathered at the Brooklyn Center Police Department for a third straight night Tuesday after the police shooting death of Daunte Wright. A total of 79 people were arrested for charges ranging from inciting a riot to unlawful assembly, according to law enforcement.
Families of George Floyd, Daunte Wright call for police accountability
Two families grieving over two lives lost came together Tuesday afternoon in downtown Minneapolis.
Brooklyn Center, other cities declare curfews Tuesday
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz said Tuesday he will not extend the four-county curfew implemented after the death of Daunte Wright. However, some cities have decided to implement another curfew, including Brooklyn Center, Minneapolis, Robbinsdale, Crystal and New Hope.
Brooklyn Center police chief, officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright both resign
The Brooklyn Center police officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright has resigned, Law Enforcement Labor Services announced Tuesday. Officer Kim Potter has resigned from her position, effective immediately, and submitted her letter to city staff this morning.
Daunte Wright shooting: Live updates from Brooklyn Center, Minnesota
The shooting of Daunte Wright by a police officer in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota has led to multiple days of protests, violence and looting in the Twin Cities metro. Here are the latest updates and live video.
Minnesota police shooting of Daunte Wright sparks protests across US
The police shooting of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man who died Sunday in a Minneapolis suburb, sparked protests Monday night across other U.S. cities.
Deadly police shooting of Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center leads to protests, looting
A man died Sunday after he was shot by police and then shortly after involved in a vehicle crash in Brooklyn Center, the police department reports. Law enforcement did not confirm the victim's identity Sunday, but protesters were calling for justice in the death of a man named Daunte Wright during demonstrations.
Daunte Wright shooting: Officer grabbed gun instead of taser, bodycam video released
The police officer who fatally shot Daunte Wright, 20, during a traffic stop in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota Sunday mistakenly drew her handgun instead of a Taser, according to the police chief.
Minnesota sports events postponed after Daunte Wright fatally shot by police
Monday's Minnesota Twins game against the Boston Red Sox has been postponed after Daunte Wright was fatally shot by police in Brooklyn Center Sunday afternoon.
Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota and Anoka counties under curfew following Daunte Wright shooting
Hennepin, Ramsey and Anoka counties are under a curfew Monday night into Tuesday morning following the unrest that took place in Brooklyn Center Sunday after the fatal police shooting of Daunte Wright. This includes Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Kim Potter identified as officer who shot Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center
The police officer who shot and killed 20-year-old Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center Sunday afternoon was identified as Kim Potter by the Minnesota BCA Monday night.
Brooklyn Center city manager fired following deadly police shooting
Brooklyn Center Mayor Mike Elliot says City Manager Curt Boganey has been relieved of his duties as of Monday afternoon.