BREAKING: Minnesota police officer acquitted of manslaughter in the fatal shooting of black motorist Philando Castile

Having trouble viewing this email? | View it in your browser   Minnesota police officer Jeronimo Yanez was acquitted of manslaughter Friday in the fatal shooting of Philando Castile during a traffic stop. Yanez testified that Castile was pulling his gun out of his pocket despite his commands not to do so. The defense also argued Castile was high on marijuana and said that affected his actions. FOR MORE ON THIS STORY, GO TO:   USATODAY.COM     Help | Advertise | Home Delivery | Privacy Policy - Your California Privacy Rights     © 2017 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. 7950 Jones Branch Drive, McLean, VA 22108