Calvin Horton

13 photos · 2020–2022

13 photographs tagged Calvin Horton, 2020–2022.

Calvin Horton Memorial at Cadillac Pawn, Minneapolis — A memorial for Calvin Horton is displayed outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis. Horton was killed on May 27, 2020, during looting that followed the murder of George Floyd. The memorial, observed on the two-year anniversary of his death, includes candles, flowers, and photographs.

Signs on fencing around burned Minneapolis police station — Protest signs adorn the exterior of the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building, which was set ablaze during the unrest following the May 25th death of George Floyd. The signs, including messages such as "Justice for George Floyd," "Defund the Police," and "Black Lives are Sacred," reflect the sentiments of the community and the broader movement for racial justice. The precinct, a symbol of law enforcement in the neighborhood, became a focal point of protests and a site of significant destruction. The presence of these signs on the barricaded structure serves as a visual testament to the events of spring and summer 2020.

Freewheel Bike Center with boards — The Freewheel Bike Center, a bicycle shop located on the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, stands boarded up. This measure was taken during the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. Posters calling for 'Justice for Calvin Horton' are affixed to the plywood, referencing a man allegedly killed by a pawn shop owner during the same period of unrest. Hennepin County later announced it would not prosecute the case due to a stated lack of evidence, a decision that fueled further calls for accountability.

Inside the looted Cadillac Pawn store on Lake Street — The interior of Cadillac Pawn on West Lake Street in Minneapolis displays damage, including a shattered window visible in the background. This commercial establishment was among many businesses along the Lake Street corridor that sustained damage during the civil unrest following the killing of George Floyd in May 2020.

Say his name calvin horton — The former Cadillac Pawn building on East Lake Street in Minneapolis is shown boarded up. The plywood boards display graffiti and posters memorializing Calvin Horton, whose death was associated with the location during periods of unrest. Hennepin County authorities declined to prosecute the owner in connection with Horton's death, citing insufficient evidence.

Protesters march on Lake Street in Minneapolis holding signs demanding justice for Calvin Horton, who was killed during civil unrest on May 27, 2020. — Protesters march on Lake Street in Minneapolis, demanding justice for Calvin Horton on what would have been his 44th birthday. The march was directed towards the home of Minneapolis City Council member Alondra Cano. Calvin Horton was shot and killed on May 27th by John Rieple, the owner of Cadillac Pawn, during the widespread unrest that followed the May 25th death of George Floyd. Participants carried signs calling for Rieple to be charged with murder.

Justice for Calvin posters and flowers memorializing Calvin Horton Jr. at Cadillac Pawn on Minneapolis Lake Street. — Posters and flowers adorn the boarded-up Cadillac Pawn & Jewelry on Lake Street in Minneapolis, serving as a memorial for Calvin Horton Jr. Horton was shot and killed by the store's owner, John Rieple, on May 27, 2020, during the widespread unrest in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd. The flyers announce a public press release and a vigil followed by a march on July 21, 2020, demanding justice and highlighting that no charges had been filed against Rieple 55 days after the incident.

Memorial photographs of Calvin Horton Jr. affixed to boarded storefront of Cadillac Pawn on Minneapolis Lake Street at dusk. — A memorial for Calvin Horton Jr. stands outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis. Horton Jr. was shot and killed on May 27, 2020, during the civil unrest that followed the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The memorial features posters bearing Horton Jr.'s image and calls for justice, affixed to the plywood boards protecting the storefront, alongside flowers and candles placed on the sidewalk.

A memorial arranged on Lake Street pavement outside Cadillac Pawn in Minneapolis honors Calvin Horton Jr. — A memorial for Calvin Horton Jr. is arranged on the pavement outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis. This vigil marks what would have been his 44th birthday. Horton was fatally shot by the owner of Cadillac Pawn on May 27, 2020, amidst the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the May 25, 2020, death of George Floyd in the city.

Mae Roberts speaks at a vigil for her son Calvin Horton outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Mae Roberts, mother of Calvin Horton Jr., addresses attendees at a vigil held outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The gathering commemorated what would have been her son's 44th birthday. Calvin Horton Jr. was killed on May 27th by the owner of the pawn shop during the unrest that occurred in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd.

Boarded storefront of Cadillac Pawn on Minneapolis's Lake Street displays colorful graffiti and memorial messages honoring Calvin Horton Jr. — A boarded-up storefront of Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis displays graffiti and memorial messages for Calvin Horton Jr. Horton Jr. was killed by the owner of the pawn shop on May 27, 2020, during the civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd.

Toussaint Morrison speaks at a protest for Calvin Horton Jr. outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Toussaint Morrison addresses a protest for Calvin Horton Jr. outside Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street in Minneapolis. This gathering took place amidst widespread protests in Minneapolis following the murder of George Floyd, with participants demanding charges in the death of Calvin Horton Jr.

Boards on Cadillac Pawn on Lake Street reading Fuck 12 — Cadillac Pawn, located at 1538 E Lake Street in Minneapolis, stands boarded with graffiti following the widespread unrest that occurred after the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd. The retail store was heavily looted during these events. Messages spray-painted on the boards include "RIP Calvin" and "Fuck this store," referencing Calvin Horton Jr., who was shot and killed by the store owner, with no charges filed in the case. This site serves as a stark reminder of the community's grievances and the profound impact of the 2020 protests on local businesses and the urban environment.

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