Authorities Say Truck Driver Did Not Intend To Drive Into Protesters

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.

What was the initial reaction of the driver when he saw the crowd?

What did the police say about the driver's actions during the protest?

What evidence suggests that the driver did not intend to hit the protesters?

What happened to the driver after the incident?

What was the status of the case following the incident?