Killing Of Daunte Wright: Day 3

Day 3 of protests that followed the killing of Daunte Wright.

April 13, 2021 · Brooklyn Center, MN

On April 11, 2021, Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter fatally shot Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, during a traffic stop in Brooklyn Center, MN, a suburb of Minneapolis. Potter later said she intended to draw her Taser but fired her handgun instead. Wright died at the scene.

Within hours, protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on 69th Avenue North. Law enforcement deployed riot gear, tear gas, and less-lethal munitions to disperse the crowds. The Minnesota Department of Transportation closed Interstate 694 in both directions near Brooklyn Center as the unrest spread. The Minnesota National Guard was mobilized and arrived near the police headquarters that night to support local officers.

The killing came during the trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd, which was underway at the Hennepin County Government Center roughly ten miles away. Kim Potter was charged with first and second-degree manslaughter and was convicted in December 2021.

National Guard soldier outside Juut Salon in Uptown Minneapolis at night.View full post: National Guard at Juut Salon, Uptown Minneapolis
April 14, 2021 — Minnesota National Guard soldiers are stationed outside Juut Salon and AVEDA Institute in Uptown Minneapolis on April 13, 2021. Their presence followed the shooting death of Daunte Wright by a Brooklyn Center police officer, which ignited protests and civil unrest in the Minneapolis area. The National Guard was deployed to maintain order and protect property during this period of heightened tension.
Police line behind the Sterling Square Apartments sign in Brooklyn Center amid Daunte Wright protests.View full post: Brooklyn Center: Supplies for protesters near Sterling Square Apartments
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gather near Sterling Square Apartments in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the death of Daunte Wright. The 20-year-old was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests, with law enforcement agencies including the Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol, and the National Guard present. The image captures the tense atmosphere with police in riot gear and the aftermath of gatherings, including debris and graffiti on the apartment complex sign.
Protesters with umbrellas outside Brooklyn Center Police Department during the Daunte Wright protest.View full post: Brooklyn Center protesters use umbrellas during Daunte Wright protest
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 11th, 2021, to protest the shooting death of Daunte Wright. The demonstration occurred the day after Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was killed by police during a traffic stop. Protesters used umbrellas to shield themselves from chemical irritants deployed by law enforcement.
Protesters shelter behind umbrellas as tear gas fills the street in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: Brooklyn Center protest: tear gas deployed near police station
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gather outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, to protest the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests, and law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard, responded with tear gas and other crowd control measures.
Protesters kneel with hands raised outside Brooklyn Center Police Department after Daunte Wright's killing.View full post: Protesters with hands raised outside Brooklyn Center Police Department
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gather outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department following the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests and calls for police reform in Brooklyn Center, a suburb of Minneapolis.
Protesters outside Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, as officers stand on the roof.View full post: Protestors Gather Outside Brooklyn Center Police Station
April 13, 2021 — Protestors gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, on April 11, 2021. The demonstration was in response to the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop earlier that day. The presence of law enforcement, including the National Guard, highlighted the tense atmosphere. The protest underscored ongoing community concerns regarding police conduct and racial justice.
Protesters outside Brooklyn Center Police Department with a "No Justice No Streets" sign in Minnesota.View full post: Brooklyn Center Protest: No Justice No Streets
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis metropolitan area. The sign "No Justice No Streets" reflects the protesters' demands for accountability and systemic change within law enforcement.
Protesters outside the FBI Minneapolis Field Office with a Justice for Daunte Wright banner.View full post: Protesters at FBI Minneapolis Field Office for Daunte Wright
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the FBI Minneapolis Field Office on April 12, 2021, to protest the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop the previous day. The incident sparked widespread outrage and protests across the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. The FBI Minneapolis Field Office is a federal law enforcement facility responsible for a range of investigative and security operations within the region.
National Guard troops outside Brooklyn Center Police Station in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: National Guard Deploys Outside Brooklyn Center Police Station
April 13, 2021 — National Guard troops and law enforcement officers are stationed outside the Brooklyn Center Police Station in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. This deployment occurred in April 2021 following the death of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, who was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the community, leading to the mobilization of the National Guard to assist local law enforcement.
Protesters outside Brooklyn Center Police Department after the Daunte Wright shooting.View full post: Protesters at Brooklyn Center Police Dept. after Daunte Wright shooting
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright on April 11, 2021. The incident, which occurred during a traffic stop, ignited widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis area. Demonstrators voiced anger and called for justice and police reform, with signs reading "Abolish the Police" and "No Justice No Peace." The events highlighted ongoing tensions surrounding police conduct and racial injustice in the United States.
Support table distributing supplies during a protest in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: Brooklyn Center protest support table distributing supplies
April 13, 2021 — During protests following the death of Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, a support table was set up to distribute essential supplies to participants. The protests, which began on April 11, 2021, occurred outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department and in surrounding areas. This table provided items such as water, masks, and other necessities to those gathered. The distribution of supplies highlights the community's efforts to sustain and support the ongoing demonstrations.
Police face protesters outside Brooklyn Center Police Department after Daunte Wright shooting, April 2021.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police Department protest, April 11, 2020
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 11, 2020, following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by a police officer earlier that day. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis area. The building's signage was defaced with graffiti, indicating the anger and frustration directed at the police department. This event became a significant moment in the ongoing national conversation about police brutality and racial justice.
Graffiti-covered Brooklyn Center Police Department sign during a protest in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police Department Graffiti and Protest
April 13, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright on April 11, 2021. The department building and its signage were defaced with graffiti during the unrest. The protests, which occurred in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, were part of a larger wave of demonstrations against police brutality and racial injustice that followed the incident.
Police officers in riot gear beside a National Guard vehicle in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police and National Guard Respond to Protest
April 13, 2021 — Law enforcement officers, including the National Guard, are present outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. This response occurred following the death of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old man shot by a Brooklyn Park police officer during a traffic stop on April 11th. The incident sparked protests and unrest in the community.
Minnesota National Guard troops beside a military truck at Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center.View full post: Minnesota National Guard at Brooklyn Center Police Department
April 13, 2021 — Members of the Minnesota National Guard are pictured outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department. The deployment occurred in April 2021 following protests and unrest after the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by a police officer in the city. The National Guard was activated to support local law enforcement and maintain order during the period of civil disturbance. This event highlighted the complex relationship between law enforcement, community, and military presence during times of heightened tension.

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