Derek Chauvin Reportedly Stabbed in Prison, Incident Under Investigation by Federal Authorities
WHO: Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, currently serving a 22.5-year federal sentence for violating George Floyd’s civil rights and a separate state sentence for second-degree murder.
WHAT: Chauvin was reportedly stabbed by another inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution in Tucson, Arizona. The attack has prompted a major internal investigation by the Federal Bureau of Prisons and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
WHERE: The incident occurred at the Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Tucson, a medium-security facility located in Tucson, Arizona.
WHEN: The assault took place on Friday, November 24, 2023, during the afternoon hours.
WHY: Authorities have not yet released a motive for the stabbing. However, sources indicate the attack may have been premeditated due to Chauvin’s high-profile status as a convicted felon in the death of George Floyd, a case that sparked global protests against police brutality.
HOW: Prison officials reported that staff responded immediately, administering life-saving measures before Chauvin was transported to a local hospital for emergency surgery. He was reported in stable condition as of Saturday morning. An inmate, identified as John Turscak, has been named a person of interest in the ongoing investigation.