Authorities Say Truck Driver Did Not Intend To Drive Into Protesters

Authorities Say Truck Driver Did Not Intend To Drive Into Protesters

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A truck drove through a crowd of protesters on a Minneapolis highway, likely by accident. The driver, who panicked upon seeing the crowd, did not intend to harm anyone. The truck had entered the highway before roadblocks were set up. Although the driver was speeding and aware of the protest, evidence suggests he was not targeting the protesters. He was taken into custody on suspicion of assault but released as the case is deferred for further investigation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of the truck driver upon seeing the crowd?

He reversed the truck.

He honked to alert the crowd.

He panicked and continued driving.

He stopped immediately.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the status of the roadblocks when the truck entered the highway?

They were being set up.

They were not yet in place.

They were already in place.

They were removed.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the evidence suggest about the driver's intentions?

He was unaware of the protest.

He did not intend to hit anyone.

He was targeting specific individuals.

He intended to harm the protesters.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial legal action taken against the driver?

He was taken into police custody.

He was fined.

He was given a warning.

He was asked to apologize.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current status of the case against the driver?

The case has been closed.

The driver has been convicted.

The case is pending further investigation.

The driver has been acquitted.