MN - Justine Damond, 40, fatally shot by Minneapolis LE, 15 July 2017 #3

[mickey2942]

I was watching MSNBC, CNN, Fox, not a word...isn't that interesting...and a short blurb on CBS nightly news, less time than spent on a story about Joe Biden running for president. There was more time spent on a piece about meteorites striking the earth.

I mention this, because we never really got to know who Justine was, yet I can practically give you Freddie Gray's life story, and Michael Brown's family was prominently featured on several news stories, for months.

Just sayin'.

 

[SouthAussie]

I was watching MSNBC, CNN, Fox, not a word...isn't that interesting...and a short blurb on CBS nightly news, less time than spent on a story about Joe Biden running for president. There was more time spent on a piece about meteorites striking the earth.

I mention this, because we never really got to know who Justine was, yet I can practically give you Freddie Gray's life story, and Michael Brown's family was prominently featured on several news stories, for months.

Just sayin'.

Perhaps because it is a shameful event on an international scale?

We are getting tons of coverage here in Australia, as is England.

The 40-year old, who grew up on Sydney's northern beaches, was wearing pink pyjamas and carrying only her iPhone when she was shot.
"Justine lived to teach us about love, about our own human potential," he said.
https://www.smh.com.au/world/north-...-in-justine-damond-trial-20190501-p51itz.html

Ms Damond, 40, a yoga instructor from Sydney, was engaged and was due to marry a month after the shooting.
The death drew international criticism and Australia's prime minister at the time, Malcolm Turnbull, said it was "inexplicable".
She had moved to the Midwestern city to marry her boyfriend, Don Damond, and had adopted his surname ahead of their nuptials.
US cop guilty of murdering Australian

Ms Damond-Ruszczyk had put her hands on the wound on her left side of her abdomen and said "I'm dying" or "I'm dead".
Mohamed Noor verdict in Justine Ruszczyk Damond death

Mohamed Noor verdict in Justine Ruszczyk Damond death

 

[Rocco]

Amber Guyger is next. Shoot first, find out who you shot and if they were a threat next.

 

[Rocco]

Noor's defense attorneys did not comment after the verdict. But the Somali American Police Association released a statement Tuesday evening that the SAPA "extends condolences and prayers to the loved ones of Justine Ruszczyk Damond."

The statement also noted "institutional prejudices against people of color, including officers of color, have heavily influenced the verdict of this case. The aggressive manner in which the Hennepin County Attorney's Office went after Officer Noor reveals that there were other motives at play other than serving justice."

Ex-cop Noor guilty of murder in Ruszczyk killing

I'm sure the 6 jurors of color do not thank them for their comment.

 

[Jax49]

Noor's defense attorneys did not comment after the verdict. But the Somali American Police Association released a statement Tuesday evening that the SAPA "extends condolences and prayers to the loved ones of Justine Ruszczyk Damond."

The statement also noted "institutional prejudices against people of color, including officers of color, have heavily influenced the verdict of this case. The aggressive manner in which the Hennepin County Attorney's Office went after Officer Noor reveals that there were other motives at play other than serving justice."

Ex-cop Noor guilty of murder in Ruszczyk killing

I'm sure the 6 jurors of color do not thank them for their comment.

Sounds like a big load of BS. The facts of the case determined the outcome. moo

 

[mickey2942]

I wonder if it would have gone better for Noor to have stayed silent? I was quite surprised that he took the stand.

If we look at Jodi Arias, her trial went completely bizarro when she decided to testify. And Casey Anthony never said a word. Which is why I originally thought Noor would have been better off to stay silent.

 

[they'll get you]

Get ready for more comments " Noor didn't get a fair trial" it won't be pretty

See how fair it is in prison.

 

[Via Marple]

Amber Guyger is next. Shoot first, find out who you shot and if they were a threat next.

Look forward to it, and fingers crossed for a similar outcome.

In AG's case, there may even be a motive, and definitely a lot more evidence that should be presented.

It is all about what they did, not what skin colour they are.

 

[SouthAussie]

Look forward to it, and fingers crossed for a similar outcome.

In AG's case, there may even be a motive, and definitely a lot more evidence that should be presented.

It is all about what they did, not what skin colour they are.

I notice that our Aussie articles don't even mention that Noor is from Somalia. He is a "US cop". (Be it a terminated one.)
I know that for us, we had an expectation that Noor should go down for Justine's murder - nothing to do with colour or race or politics.

 

[wary]

I wonder if it would have gone better for Noor to have stayed silent? I was quite surprised that he took the stand.

If we look at Jodi Arias, her trial went completely bizarro when she decided to testify. And Casey Anthony never said a word. Which is why I originally thought Noor would have been better off to stay silent.

It’s hard for me to think that he’d have done any better staying silent. How can you claim self-defense, if you’re not willing to, uh, claim self defense?

 

[ilovewings]

https://www.usnews.com/news/us/arti...test-jury-reaches-verdict-for-minneapolis-cop

The fiance of Justine said this after Noor was convicted:

"This is a tragic lapse of care-a complete disregard for the
sanctity of life"

And dare I add to those who are too blind or ignorant to understand the facts of this tragic case , this has nothing to do with race.

 

[YESorNO]

Former Minneapolis police officer found guilty in Justine Ruszczyk's death (with clip)

May 1, 2019

"Minneapolis (CNN)Former Minneapolis Police Officer Mohamed Noor was found guilty Tuesday of third-degree murder and manslaughter for fatally shooting Justine Ruszczyk while responding to her 911 call.

The jury of ten men and two women acquitted Noor on an additional count of second-degree murder in the killing.

Noor, a 33-year-old Somali-American, is believed to be the first police officer to be convicted of murder in Minnesota in recent memory, Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said.

Noor sat quietly with his hands clasped as the verdict was read. He was immediately taken into custody and led of the courtroom in handcuffs.

He faces up to 12 and a half years for third-degree murder and four years for second-degree manslaughter. The judge set a sentencing date of June 7...."

Mohamed Noor: Former Minneapolis police officer guilty in Justine Ruszczyk's shooting death - CNN

 

[turaj]

Noor's defense attorneys did not comment after the verdict. But the Somali American Police Association released a statement Tuesday evening that the SAPA "extends condolences and prayers to the loved ones of Justine Ruszczyk Damond."

The statement also noted "institutional prejudices against people of color, including officers of color, have heavily influenced the verdict of this case. The aggressive manner in which the Hennepin County Attorney's Office went after Officer Noor reveals that there were other motives at play other than serving justice."

Ex-cop Noor guilty of murder in Ruszczyk killing

I'm sure the 6 jurors of color do not thank them for their comment.

How demeaning to all people of color...I know we will hear lots of comments like this...living here we hear this all the time...just more of the same.

 

[turaj]

I wonder if it would have gone better for Noor to have stayed silent? I was quite surprised that he took the stand.

If we look at Jodi Arias, her trial went completely bizarro when she decided to testify. And Casey Anthony never said a word. Which is why I originally thought Noor would have been better off to stay silent.

Casey Anthony aside..in this case he simply had to speak to his own defense. It sure did not help him but not sure anything could have.

 

[Rocco]

It's unclear whether Quaintance would let him out of custody on bond while an appeal is pending. However on Tuesday, she denied a defense request to let Noor stay out on bond because of the severity of the crime.

Noor guilty in Ruszczyk's killing: Here's what happens next

 

[turaj]

Well the trial and verdict made it to BBC US cop guilty of murdering Australian
at least the Canada site. Special meeting this morning of the City Council to discuss the litigation (civil suit) and word on the street here is that the city and new police chief (since the murder) simply HAVE to settle the suit at whatever cost. With all the city funded programs being cut and crime a serious issue now the taxpayers are stuck paying millions for this rogue cop. Tough situation but I fully understand the family doing this. I think, despite their courage they may want to settle too and get back to Australia. Don seems strong and probably wants the same. I think whatever settlement they get will go to good use for some work that Justine would have been involved in.

 

[ilovewings]

what makes this case so different than most police shootings, and so tragic, is that she was a complete innocent. She had called the police and went downstairs to see if the police were there yet- and she was just blown away by an officer who had disregard for human life, as described by her fiance: a police officer who refused to make a statement and a police officer who failed to take responsibility for what he had done. The justice system doesn't always work, but it did on this occasion. When I see a picture of Justine, young and beautiful, with her whole life ahead of her, I want to weep.

 

[SouthAussie]

what makes this case so different than most police shootings, and so tragic, is that she was a complete innocent. She had called the police and went downstairs to see if the police were there yet- and she was just blown away by an officer who had disregard for human life, as described by her fiance: a police officer who refused to make a statement and a police officer who failed to take responsibility for what he had done. The justice system doesn't always work, but it did on this occasion. When I see a picture of Justine, young and beautiful, with her whole life ahead of her, I want to weep.

And what makes it even worse, to me, is that Justine only called for police assistance because she wanted to help another woman that she thought was being raped.
And for that, she was murdered by a police officer.

 

[turaj]

what makes this case so different than most police shootings, and so tragic, is that she was a complete innocent. She had called the police and went downstairs to see if the police were there yet- and she was just blown away by an officer who had disregard for human life, as described by her fiance: a police officer who refused to make a statement and a police officer who failed to take responsibility for what he had done. The justice system doesn't always work, but it did on this occasion. When I see a picture of Justine, young and beautiful, with her whole life ahead of her, I want to weep.

yes and it seems to be in most if not all there is a dispute about a weapon or something perceived as a weapon...the only claimed weapon here was her hand or arm? No one was looking for anything...there is only one person who claimed a threat perceived or other and that was Noor to keep himself out of prison. Be interesting to see the gathering tonight at the courthouse downtown MSP...will the Somali community come out in his defense? I don't think too many will but we will see.

 

[mickey2942]

And what makes it even worse, to me, is that Justine only called for police assistance because she wanted to help another woman that she thought was being raped.
And for that, she was murdered by a police officer.

It makes you think twice about calling the police. Which is part of why our society in the United States has become so callous, and ignores the problems of others, we just don't want to get involved. Sadly, Justine had not yet learned that unspoken social norm here. Stay away from cops, and other people's drama. Sad, but true.

Which is why it is routine to hear about a woman getting beaten, killed, in front of people and no one says a word. Maybe they might call the police, but they don't give their name.

I come from an LEO family, granddaughter of LEO, married to two LEO, and yet, I think that the caliber of officers has changed. JMO.