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A lawsuit alleges that former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor and his partner violated a man's civil rights in 2017 by pulling him over and pointing their guns at him.

The complaint, filed in federal court, states that on May 17, 2017 officers Noor and Justin Schmidt conducted a traffic stop in which they drew their weapons on the driver. That man, Brian Oman, alleged that Noor pointed his gun at Oman's face, head and torso for 30 seconds while standing about a foot away from him. Oman says he suffered emotional trauma and feared losing his life.

"Mr. Oman did not engage in any conduct or behavior during the incident justifying the defendant officers' use/drawing/pointing of their firearms," read the complaint.

Oman has alleged that the city of Minneapolis, also named in the suit, "knew that defendant Noor presented a substantial safety risk to the general public." The complaint refers to a 2015 psychological evaluation report which described Noor as "likely asocial and socially introverted."

A little more than two months after the traffic stop, 

 caller Justine Ruszczyk, for which he was convicted of murder and manslaughter.

prosecutors referred to the May traffic stop

 as an example of what they called 'prior acts of recklessness.' However, defense attorneys said the officers observed the driver make what they called an 'exaggerated furtive movement.'

A 2016 performance evaluation by Noor's supervisor Kristopher Brown portrayed Noor as an officer who met or exceeded department standards. On Noor's decision-making skills, Brown wrote, "Mohamed typically makes accurate assessments of the urgency-level involved when a decision is required," wrote Brown. "He generally makes timely decisions when speed is essential. He demonstrates a willingness to make quick decisions, even when there is little time to consult with others."

The lawsuit filed in federal court is the third involving Noor. Earlier this month, the 

 who claims in 2017 Noor and other officers violated her rights when they removed from her home and took her to a hospital for a mental health evaluation has not yet been resolved.

Brandt Williams

Author

This is the third lawsuit filed against the former Minneapolis police officer. Earlier this month, the city settled with Justine Ruszczyk's family for a record $20 million after Noor was found guilty of murder and manslaughter in connection with her death.

Former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor leaves.

Lawsuit: Mohamed Noor wrongfully pointed gun at driver during 2017 traffic stop

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