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Prosecutors say Washington officer charged with murder ignored his training in killing man in 2019
A suburban Seattle police officer used deadly force in 2019, going against training, resulting in a man's death as stated by prosecutors at the murder trial opening.
King County Special Prosecutor Angelo Calfo noted the officer neglected de-escalation rules, leading to the fatal shooting outside a convenience store.
Despite the charges of second-degree murder and first-degree assault, the officer, Nelson, pleaded not guilty.