In the wake of George Floyd’s tragic death at the hands of Minneapolis police, the Floyd family has enlisted renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Baden to conduct an independent autopsy. Floyd’s death, captured in a viral video showing officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on his neck, has sparked national outrage and widespread protests against police brutality. The family, expressing distrust of local authorities, hopes this independent autopsy will provide clarity and transparency.
Editors Note on George Floyd’s Case:
The tragic incident involving George Floyd occurred on May 25, when officer Derek Chauvin was captured on video kneeling on Floyd’s neck for over eight minutes while Floyd repeatedly pleaded, “I can’t breathe.” Floyd had been apprehended under suspicion of passing a counterfeit $20 bill. Chauvin, along with several other officers, was involved in the arrest but Chauvin’s actions, in particular, have drawn the most scrutiny.
On May 29, Chauvin was arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter following public outrage and days of protests across the nation.
Independent Autopsy Announcement
Dr. Michael Baden, former chief medical examiner for New York City, has been called upon by the Floyd family to conduct the autopsy. Baden, a highly regarded medical examiner, is no stranger to high-profile cases. His career includes conducting autopsies for high-profile figures like Jeffrey Epstein and Mike Brown, and his testimony was key in the OJ Simpson trial.
The decision to involve Dr. Baden comes after the family’s lawyer, Ben Crump, expressed the family’s concerns about the integrity of the official investigations in Minneapolis.
“The family does not trust anything coming from the Minneapolis Police Department. How can they?” Crump stated in a press conference, explaining their need for an independent and unbiased examination.
Dr. Baden has built a reputation as one of the most trusted medical examiners in the country. He has conducted numerous independent autopsies in controversial and complex cases, bringing clarity to situations where official investigations were questioned. His work has extended to notable cases, including the independent autopsy of Jeffrey Epstein after his death in custody and the autopsy of Mike Brown, the teenager fatally shot by police in Ferguson, Missouri.
Additionally, Dr. Baden is known for his role on HBO’s show “Autopsy,” where he explores complex forensic cases, further establishing him as a public figure in forensic medicine.
The independent autopsy by Dr. Michael Baden represents a critical step in the ongoing quest for justice in the death of George Floyd. With this examination, the Floyd family hopes to receive clear and objective findings that will hold those responsible accountable. As protests continue nationwide, the search for justice and transparency in this case remains at the forefront of the conversation.