National Guard Vehicle at Hennepin County Courthouse, Minneapolis

National Guard vehicle behind fencing at Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis.
National Guard vehicle behind fencing at Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis.

A National Guard vehicle is visible behind fencing and barricades outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis. This security measure was in place during the trial of Derek Chauvin, who was accused of the murder of George Floyd. The presence of military vehicles underscored the heightened tensions and potential for unrest in the city following Floyd's death and the subsequent widespread protests. The Government Center, a prominent architectural complex in downtown Minneapolis, served as the focal point for legal proceedings related to the case.

Photo taken in April 2021.

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