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Defense attorneys are working to get charges dropped as prosecutors prepare to present evidence against the officers on Tuesday.

The Honolulu Prosecutor’s Office says it’s on solid legal ground to bring charges against three HPD officers even though a grand jury refused to indict them.

The Honolulu Police Commission also says it needs more time to hire a consultant to help with finding a new police chief.

Honolulu Prosecuting Attorney Steve Alm also said his office found no evidence that race was a factor in the shooting of Myeni, who was Black.

Hundreds of police union members and other supporters gathered at an early morning rally outside the downtown courthouse.

Some commissioners said they’re in favor of community input while reviewing police chief candidates, but they don’t want to take hiring recommendations from anyone.

If convicted, the officers will each serve mandatory minimum prison terms of 20 years, the prosecutor’s office said.

The Ring video obtained in a wrongful death lawsuit shows Myeni repeatedly apologizing to the occupants of a house he walked into.

Donors to the former elected Honolulu prosecutor have come under increased scrutiny as the U.S. Justice Department tries to build its case.

The mayor tapped a well-known former journalist and corporate communications professional.