Baltimore judge sets first trial for Freddie Gray case

Judge ruled earlier this month that each officer will get his or her own trial

September 29, 2015 11:30 AM

Associated Press

BALTIMORE — The first trial for police officer in Freddie Gray case set for Nov. 30; other 5 early next year.

Officer William Porter will go on trial first. He is accused of failing to provide or request medical care for Gray and not securing him safely in a van. Gray was a black man who died after being injured in custody. His death led to protests, rioting and a curfew after people became angry over the police treatment of Gray.

Porter is charged with manslaughter, assault, reckless endangerment and misconduct in office.

Prosecutors said they intend to call Porter as a witness against at least two other officers.