Shell Gas Station Fire, Lake Street, Minneapolis, May 30, 2020

The Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis sustained significant fire damage on the morning of May 30, 2020. This destruction occurred after several nights of protests and civil unrest across the city, sparked by the killing of George Floyd. Located on Lake Street, a vital commercial corridor, the gas station served as essential infrastructure for the surrounding community. Its charred remains illustrate the extensive impact of the Minneapolis Uprising on local businesses and the urban environment.
The Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis sustained significant fire damage on the morning of May 30, 2020. This destruction occurred after several nights of protests and civil unrest across the city, sparked by the killing of George Floyd. Located on Lake Street, a vital commercial corridor, the gas station served as essential infrastructure for the surrounding community. Its charred remains illustrate the extensive impact of the Minneapolis Uprising on local businesses and the urban environment.
Photo taken in May 2020. © 2026 Chad Davis
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