Stephen Jackson speaks up about callous murder of his 'twin brother' George Floyd

Retired NBA star Stephen Jackson took to Instagram and Twitter to remember his friend and 'twin' George Floyd, who was brutally murdered by a cop on Monday. police officer, Derek Chauvin, had his knee pressed against Floyd's neck for seven minutes. Floyd cried out for help, but Chauvin stopped only after he stopped struggling. Jackson was one of many athletes to talk about incident, unable to hide his anger and frustration. 

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Stephen Jackson bror death: Was George Floyd related to Stephen Jackson?

Stephen Jackson grew up in Houston, Texas with Floyd. George Floyd and Stephen Jackson were close and even called each or 'twins'. After his first video talking about Floyd's death, Jackson posted a series of photos looking back at George Floyd and Stephen Jackson friendship. In his video, Jackson revealed that Floyd was in Minnesota driving trucks and was trying to change his life. He talked about recently sending Floyd boxes of clos as he even shared photos of Floyd wearing clos he sent.

Jackson was unable to process his murder, stating that he cant 'let this ride'. In ar post, Jackson talked about Floyd being proud of him and that y were going to write a check for his kids on behalf of  Minnesota Police Department. Jackson even added that losing jobs and some jail time will t be eugh 'this time'. Jackson also posted about Floyd supporting his NBA career, saying his twin was genuinely happy for him.

Jackson also anunced that he will be on ABC and CNN to discuss George Floyd and his death. People even asked 'Was George Floyd related to Stephen Jackson?'. However, two only grew up toger. 

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Stephen Jackson bror death: Are police officers charged?

four police officers who were involved in Floyd's death were fired in a few hours, as per Mayor Jacob Frey. He has also called for Chauvin to be charged. Floyd's death and arrest was captured on camera, showing officer pinning him down despite his protests of t being able to brea. Police were called by a shopkeeper about a man possibly trying to exchange a counterfeit bill.

surveillance foot has shown Floyd to be compliant as he was handcuffed and led to car. Police later termed his death as a 'medical incident'. Currently, FBI is investigating his murder. 

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Apart from Jackson, NBA stars Steph Curry and LeBron James also talked about incident on Instagram. Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr also commented on same. Retired NFL star Chris Long and former WNBA star Lisa Leslie are few ors who chose to speak up about incident.