Killing Of Daunte Wright: Day 1

Initial response to the shooting of Daunte Wright.

April 11, 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.

Police officer lifting a broken Walgreens window cover in Minneapolis after unrest.View full post: Minneapolis Police hold window open for looters at Walgreens
April 12, 2021 — A Minneapolis Police officer is seen holding open a broken window at a Walgreens store on April 11, 2021. This incident occurred in the aftermath of the killing of Daunte Wright by a police officer in nearby Brooklyn Center earlier that day. The events in Minneapolis were part of a period of unrest and protests following the death of George Floyd in 2020 and the subsequent killing of Wright. The Walgreens store, a common retail fixture in urban environments, became a focal point for some of the disturbances.
Minneapolis police officer near Chicago-Lake Liquors in Uptown Minneapolis at night.View full post: Minneapolis Police Patrol Near Chicago-Lake Liquors After Daunte Wright Killing
April 12, 2021 — Minneapolis police officers patrol near Chicago-Lake Liquors in Uptown Minneapolis on April 12, 2021. The patrol occurred in the aftermath of the killing of Daunte Wright by a police officer in nearby Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, which led to widespread protests and unrest. Chicago-Lake Liquors is a long-standing retail establishment in the Uptown neighborhood, a commercial and cultural hub of the city.
Minneapolis police tactical officers exit a van in Uptown at night.View full post: Minneapolis Police tactical team exits van in Uptown
April 12, 2021 — Minneapolis Police Department tactical officers emerge from a van in the Uptown neighborhood on the night of April 11, 2021. This deployment occurred in response to reports of looting following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by a police officer in nearby Brooklyn Center earlier that day. The events in Uptown were part of a broader period of unrest and protest in Minneapolis following Wright's death, which sparked widespread public attention and calls for police reform. The presence of tactical teams reflects the heightened security measures and police response during periods of civil disturbance.
UMPD Officer Williams in a vehicle outside Brooklyn Center Police Department.View full post: UMPD Officer Williams at Brooklyn Center Police Department
April 11, 2021 — University of Minnesota Police Department Officer Williams is seen inside a vehicle outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department. This deployment occurred in April 2021 following protests and unrest after Daunte Wright, a Black man, was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop. The incident sparked widespread public outcry and demonstrations in the Minneapolis area.
Minnesota National Guard and police near Brooklyn Center Police Headquarters during protests after Daunte Wright's killing.View full post: National Guard Arrives in Brooklyn Center Amid Protests
April 11, 2021 — Members of the Minnesota National Guard arrived near the Brooklyn Center Police Headquarters on April 12, 2021. Their deployment followed protests that erupted after the killing of Daunte Wright by a police officer during a traffic stop. The presence of the National Guard was intended to support local law enforcement and restore order amidst the unrest.
Emergency vehicles on closed I-694 in Brooklyn Center during protests after Daunte Wright's killing.View full post: I-694 East and West Closed During Daunte Wright Protests
April 11, 2021 — Following the killing of Daunte Wright by Brooklyn Center police, the Minnesota Department of Transportation closed Interstate 694 in both directions. The closure, which affected exits into Brooklyn Center, occurred during protests that followed the incident. The image shows emergency vehicles and traffic cones on the wet highway at night, indicating the disruption to normal traffic flow.
Riot police outside Brooklyn Center Police Department amid smoke after Daunte Wright protests.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police Station Surrounded by Riot Police
April 11, 2021 — Riot police formed a line outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 11, 2021. The deployment followed the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by an officer during a traffic stop earlier that day. The incident sparked protests and unrest in the Minneapolis suburb, leading to a significant law enforcement presence to manage the crowds and maintain order.
Police line outside Brooklyn Center Police Department as tear gas fills the street during a protest.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police Use Tear Gas on Protesters
April 11, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by an officer during a traffic stop. The incident, which occurred on April 11, 2021, sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis area. Law enforcement responded with tear gas and other less-lethal measures to disperse the crowds.
Protester with a Justice 4 George sign faces police at Brooklyn Center Police Department, Minnesota.View full post: Protester with Justice 4 George sign faces police at Brooklyn Center PD
April 11, 2021 — Protesters gather outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, holding signs that read "Justice 4 George." The "Justice 4 George" slogan refers to George Floyd, a Black man who was murdered by a Minneapolis police officer in May 2020. The Brooklyn Center Police Department was the site of protests following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by an officer from that department in April 2021. The presence of riot gear-clad police officers indicates a tense confrontation during the protest.
Protester atop the Brooklyn Center Police Department sign during protests in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: Protester on Brooklyn Center Police sign after Daunte Wright shooting
April 11, 2021 — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on the night of April 11, 2021. The gathering occurred shortly after Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis suburb.
People gather around a chalk memorial for Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: Brooklyn Center: Community gathers at Daunte Wright memorial
April 11, 2021 — Community members gather in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, to commemorate Daunte Wright following his death. The street is covered in chalk messages and a candle, serving as a makeshift memorial. Wright's death on April 11, 2021, during a traffic stop by a Brooklyn Center police officer, sparked protests and unrest in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. This event highlighted ongoing concerns about police brutality and racial injustice.
Police in riot gear beside vans in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, after the killing of Daunte Wright.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police Arrive After Daunte Wright Killing
April 11, 2021 — Police in riot gear arrived in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the death of Daunte Wright. Protests erupted in the Minneapolis suburb after Wright, a Black man, was fatally shot by a police officer during a traffic stop. The incident occurred on April 11, 2021, and led to widespread demonstrations and unrest. The presence of heavily armored officers and tactical vehicles underscored the tense atmosphere in the community.
Riot police facing protesters in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota after the Daunte Wright shooting.View full post: Brooklyn Center: Protesters face riot police after Daunte Wright shooting
April 11, 2021 — Protesters gathered in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by a police officer on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis suburb. The image shows a line of riot police facing a crowd of demonstrators, highlighting the tense confrontation that characterized the aftermath of the shooting. The events in Brooklyn Center became a focal point in the ongoing national conversation about police brutality and racial justice.
Protester with a jail support number sign in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, facing police in riot gear.View full post: Brooklyn Center Protest: Jail Support Number Displayed
April 11, 2021 — During protests in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the death of Daunte Wright in April 2021, a demonstrator holds a sign displaying a phone number for jail support. This number, likely for the National Lawyers Guild or a similar organization, was intended to provide legal assistance to those arrested during the demonstrations. The presence of law enforcement in riot gear underscores the tense atmosphere of the protests, which were a response to police violence and systemic issues.
Protesters on a Brooklyn Center police SUV during Daunte Wright protests in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.View full post: Protesters on Brooklyn Center Police Car, Daunte Wright Protest
April 11, 2021 — Protesters stand on a Brooklyn Center Police Department vehicle following the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was shot and killed by Officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked days of protests and unrest in the Minneapolis suburb. The "Black Lives Matter" banner on the police car reflects the broader movement against police brutality and racial injustice.
Protester confronting police in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota after the Daunte Wright shooting.View full post: Protester confronts police in Brooklyn Center after Daunte Wright shooting
April 11, 2021 — A protester confronts a police officer in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the shooting death of Daunte Wright by an officer on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis suburb. The confrontation highlights the tension between law enforcement and community members during periods of heightened public scrutiny over police conduct. The presence of media and onlookers underscores the public nature of these events and the role of documentation in accountability.
Protester and Brooklyn Center PoliceView full post: Protester and Brooklyn Center Police
April 11, 2021 — Protesters gather after an officer involved shooting in the Minneapolis suburb.
Brooklyn Center police confront a protester in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, after the killing of Daunte Wright.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police confront protester after Daunte Wright killing
April 11, 2021 — Brooklyn Center Police officers in riot gear confront a protester on April 11, 2021, following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by Officer Kim Potter. The incident occurred in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Wright's death sparked days of protests and unrest, drawing national attention to issues of police brutality and racial injustice. The confrontation highlights the tense atmosphere between law enforcement and community members during the protests.
Brooklyn Center police in riot gear on a residential street after the killing of Daunte Wright.View full post: Brooklyn Center Police Respond After Daunte Wright Killing
April 11, 2021 — Brooklyn Center Police officers, some in tactical gear, are positioned on a residential street following the killing of Daunte Wright. The incident occurred on April 11, 2021, in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, a suburb of Minneapolis. Wright's death during a traffic stop by police sparked protests and unrest in the area. The presence of heavily armed officers reflects the tense atmosphere and the response to public demonstrations that followed the event.

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