WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — Goodson, who drove the police van the day 25-year old Gray was arrested, was found not guilty of second-degree murder, Baltimore’s WBFF-TV reported.
In April 2015, 25-year-old African-American Freddie Gray died from spinal cord injuries he sustained in police custody.
His death triggered a wave of mass protests in Baltimore against police brutality and racism.
Goodson was the driver of the police van that transported Gray. Prosecutors had alleged that he caused Gray’s death by giving him a "rough ride," and had the opportunity to administer aid to Gray after he was seriously injured.
Four other Baltimore police officers are charged in connection with Gray’s death.
A fifth officer, Edward Nero, was acquitted on all charges by Judge Williams in May. Like Nero, Goodson had waived his right to a jury trial.
