Razor wire and fencing surround Hennepin County Government Center for Derek Chauvin trial

Security measures, including razor wire and concrete barriers, were erected around the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis in anticipation of the Derek Chauvin trial. The trial, which began in March 2021, stemmed from the death of George Floyd in May 2020. The extensive security presence reflected concerns about potential unrest and protests following the highly publicized case. The Government Center serves as a central hub for county administration and judicial proceedings.