Wednesday ,prosecutors charged three more police officers in the death of George Floyd and filed a new, tougher charge against the officer at the center of the case. The most serious charge was filed against Derek Chauvin, who was caught on video pressing his knee to Floyd’s neck and now must defend himself against an accusation of second-degree murder. Chauvin was initially charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Those charges still stand.The new second-degree murder charge alleges that Chauvin caused Floyd’s death without intent while committing another felony, namely third-degree assault. It carries a maximum penalty of 40 years in prison, compared with a maximum of 25 years for third-degree murder. The three other officers at the scene were charged for the first time with aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter, which delivering a victory to protesters who have filled the streets from coast to coast to fight police brutality and racial injustice. source