Sign at George Floyd Square: Justice for Kokou Fiafonou in Austin, MN

There is blood on the leaves in Austin MN
A handmade sign at George Floyd Square reads "THERE IS BLOOD ON THE LEAVES IN AUSTIN, MN" and "Justice 4 Kokou." The sign refers to Kokou Christopher Fiafonou, who was killed by law enforcement in Austin, Minnesota, on December 23, 2021. Authorities stated Fiafonou was armed with a knife and threatening others at the time of the incident. The presence of this sign at George Floyd Square, a site of ongoing protests and activism, connects Fiafonou's death to broader discussions about police conduct and justice.
Photo taken in January 2022.
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