George Floyd died from lack of oxygen, not fentanyl, says expert
The testimony at the trial of Derek Chauvin in Minneapolis contradicts the defence’s argument. …
Dr Smock said Mr Floyd displayed “air hunger”, a term for when the body becomes desperate for oxygen. While a fentanyl overdose can slow down breathing, he said people who are overdosing are not aware that they are lacking oxygen and often appear sleepy. In contrast, he said Mr Floyd appeared to be alert.