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People in Minneapolis took to the streets Tuesday to celebrate the verdict in the trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin, who was found guilty in the death of George Floyd. Tampa-area leaders and organizations offered thoughts on the verdict. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL At about 5:10 p.m. Eastern Tuesday, former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the May 2020 death of George Floyd. A 12-member jury in Minneapolis had deliberated for four hours on Monday and five more hours on Tuesday after a three week trial.