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    WATCH: Family Of George Floyd, Whose Death Sparked Protests, Holds Funeral Service

    George Floyd's death at the hands of police sparked protests around the world. His family's private service Tuesday follows public memorials that drew thousands of mourners.
    by Brakkton Booker Jun 09, 2020 3 minutes
    People gather at the site where George Floyd was killed while in the custody of the Minneapolis Police Department.

    Updated 2:15 p.m. ET

    George Floyd, whose killing by police inspired worldwide protests calling for an end to systemic racism and police brutality, will be laid to rest Tuesday in his hometown of Houston.

    The black man died after a white Minneapolis police officer knelt on his neck for nearly 9 minutes on May 25. A video captured by a bystander showed Floyd pleading for air and calling out for his mother.

    Floyd, 46, will be buried next to his mother.

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