Reports: Charges Expected Wed. In Police Shooting Of Daunte Wright

Reports: Charges Expected Wed. In Police Shooting Of Daunte Wright

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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In Minneapolis, charges may soon be filed in a police shooting incident involving Officer Kim Potter, who resigned along with Police Chief Tim Gannon. Potter allegedly mistook her gun for a Taser, fatally shooting 20-year-old Dante Wright. The incident, near where George Floyd died, has led to protests and clashes. A new acting police chief aims to rebuild trust. Public frustration was evident during a tense news conference.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action is expected to be taken against an officer in the Minneapolis area?

Charges

Transfer

Suspension

Promotion

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who resigned following the incident involving Daunte Wright?

The Governor

The Mayor

Officer Kim Potter and Police Chief Tim Gannon

The District Attorney

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Officer Potter's intended action during the incident with Daunte Wright?

To use a firearm

To call for backup

To use a Taser

To arrest him

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major event occurred near the location of Daunte Wright's shooting?

A natural disaster

A political rally

George Floyd's death

A sports event

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new acting police chief's main challenge?

Reducing crime rates

Rebuilding trust in the community

Hiring new officers

Improving traffic management

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