Derek Chauvin, the ex-Minneapolis cop who killed George Floyd, is close to reaching a plea deal in his federal case, sources told CBS Minnesota.
Chauvin could get a 20-to-25-year sentence as part of the plea, according to reports. It would be served alongside his state sentence.
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The former cop was sentenced to 22.5 years in prison on Friday for murdering Floyd. He was convicted of second-degree unintentional murder, second-degree manslaughter and third-degree murder.
The 45-year-old may have referenced the possible deal last week right before his sentencing, saying, “Due to legal matters, I’m not able to give a full formal statement … I give my condolences to the Floyd family, there’s gonna be some other information in the future that will be of interest and I hope these will give you some peace of mind.”
Chauvin faced life in prison if convicted in federal court.