Former Minneapolis police officer Tou Thao has reunited with his wife and children after being released from federal prison last week.
Photos show Thao embracing his children for the first time in years upon his release. Thao previously told Alpha News that he didn’t have his three kids visit him while he was in prison because he didn’t want them “having that image … that type of trauma.”
A fundraiser has also been launched to support Thao as he works to rebuild his life.
“After Tou’s release from his political imprisonment, many have asked for a way to donate and show their support. This GiveSendGo was created in response to those heartfelt offers of support. Tou also is thankful for all the letters of encouragement both from home and abroad,” the fundraiser says.
Thao, who served his time in a federal facility in Kentucky, was convicted on state and federal charges in connection to the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020.
Two of the other officers involved, Alex Kueng and Thomas Lane, have already been released from prison, while former officer Derek Chauvin remains imprisoned.
“What the enemy meant for evil, God used it for good. Providence sent him to a hospital prison. This allowed him to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with many terminally ill inmate patients. God healed many and many entered into eternity to meet their Savior. After 3+ years of having his faith refined and tested, he was reunited with his wife and three children,” the fundraiser says.
“In closing, we are truly overwhelmed with gratitude for the outpouring of love, encouragement, and generosity,” it adds. “God bless you all.”
Anthony Gockowski
Anthony Gockowski is Editor-in-Chief of Alpha News. He previously worked as an editor for The Minnesota Sun and Campus Reform, and wrote for the Daily Caller.
