[Alberta's Child]

If I remember correctly, there was also a report a few days ago that said this guy was hired despite having a criminal record.

No question about it -- big-city police departments must be having a really hard time getting even minimally qualified people to work for them.

[throwthebumsout]

[In October 2001, when Lane was 18, he was charged with two counts of obstructing legal process, damaging property, unlawful assembly, and disorderly conduct. He was convicted of one count of obstructing legal process and one charge of damaging property.

Almost six years later, in March 2007, Lane faced misdemeanor charges of hosting a noisy party or gathering and disorderly conduct. He was found guilty of the noisy-gathering charge.]

Compared to Floyd he was a saint. Also note that he was the rookie who questioned the actions of veteran officer Derek Chauvin. He should not have been charged.