(NPR) Medical Expert Says George Floyd Died From A Lack Of Oxygen

Medical Expert Says George Floyd Died From A Lack Of Oxygen



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Chauvin Trial: Medical Expert Says George Floyd Died From A Lack Of Oxygen







Dr. Martin Tobin testifies Thursday in the murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin. Tobin told jurors that the way George Floyd was restrained effectively shut down his left lung.



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Medical Expert Says George Floyd Died From A Lack Of Oxygen



Last year, the local medical examiner's office ruled Floyd's death was a homicide. But the defense and prosecution disagree on whether Derek Chauvin caused Floyd's death.