The attorneys for the officers contend that the District Attorney violated the statute of limitations when filing manslaughter charges against the officers, arguing the rushed handling of the case compromises its validity.
Edith Arenales, the mother of Mario Gonzalez, expressed her heartbreak and outrage at the potential dismissal of the case over procedural issues, highlighting the systemic flaws prioritizing procedures over justice.
This incident echoes the tragic death of George Floyd, drawing public scrutiny and comparisons regarding police conduct and the handling of cases involving excessive force leading to fatalities.
The Alameda County Coroner's Office classified Gonzalez's death as a homicide, attributing it to the stress from the physical altercation with officers and the application of restraint.
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