Merrick Garland: “We alleged that the defendants knew their actions and falsifying the affidavit could create a dangerous situation. And…”

“We alleged that the defendants knew their actions and falsifying the affidavit could create a dangerous situation. And we allege these unlawful acts resulted in Ms. Taylor's death. The charges announced today also alleged that the officers responsible for falsifying the affidavit that led to the search took steps to cover up their unlawful conduct.”