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First Officer Prosecuted Under New Chokehold Law | New York City News
Jury selection begins in the Bronx for a landmark trial: Officer Omar Habib, the first cop prosecuted under New York’s 2020 chokehold ban—a law born from George Floyd’s death—faces charges including strangulation and obstruction of breathing. Bodycam footage, including Habib asking himself “What’d you do, bro?” and saying “I’m done,” is admissible and could define how the law is enforced. With a history of five substantiated civilian complaints and prior suspension for chokehold use, this case tests the boundaries of lawful arrest versus excessive force. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…
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