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Deona Marie graffiti on Lake Street in Minneapolis

Deona Marie graffiti on Lake Street in Minneapolis

June 2022 — A couple walk across Lake Street in front of a parking garage with graffiti that reads “Deona Marie” “161”. The area has been a place of protest since the June 2021 killing of Winston Smith. Smith was killed by a federal task force serving a warrant. Protester Deona Marie was killed ten days later when a man drove his vehicle through barricades killing her.

Deona Marie Boards at Seven Points

Deona Marie Boards at Seven Points

November 2021 — The corner of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. Deona Marie written on boards around the Seven Points Mall. Deona Marie, a protester, was killed on June 13th when a man drove his vehicle through barricades setup by those demonstrating over the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith ten days prior.

Rest In Peace Deona Marie

Rest In Peace Deona Marie

October 2021 — Signs on the fence around Seven Points Mall in Uptown Minneapolis reading: “Deona Marie was killed while protesting against police brutality. Read her story below and donate to help support her children.”

Seven Points Mall with boards at Hennepin and Lake

Seven Points Mall with boards at Hennepin and Lake

October 2021 — Seven Points Mall at Hennepin and Lake covered in boards. One board reading "Deona Marie", Deona Marie was killed on June 13th, 2021 when a man drove through barricades put in place by protesters.

3 Months No Answers Winston Smith

3 Months No Answers Winston Smith

September 2021 — A vigil on the 3 months anniversary of the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith.

We Will Never Stop Demanding Answers

We Will Never Stop Demanding Answers

September 2021 — A vigil is held for Winston Smith who was killed by law enforcement 3 months earlier on this day.

Wince Way sign in Uptown Minneapolis

Wince Way sign in Uptown Minneapolis

July 2021 — A sign that reads "Wince Way" behind the newly installed security fencing outside the Lake & Girard parking ramp and Wince Marie Garden.

Deona Marie Memorial after being cleared

Deona Marie Memorial after being cleared

July 2021 — A few candles and flowers remain at the memorial for Deona Knajdek a week after the space was cleared by private security contractors. Knajdek was killed while protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith 10 days prior when a car dove through barricades put in place by protesters.

We will not be silent protest sign

We will not be silent protest sign

July 2021 — A sign reading "We will not be silent so that you can remain comfortable!" on the security fencing around the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorials at Lake & Girard.

Paramilitary Contractors in Uptown

Paramilitary Contractors in Uptown

July 2021 — A sign reading "Paramilitary contractors accountable to no one are running around uptown now." with "They assaulted someone last night." added to the bottom. The sign was seen after a private security company cleared and started to patrol the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorial sites.

Protesters climb fencing at Winston Smith protest site

Protesters climb fencing at Winston Smith protest site

July 2021 — Protesters climb the fence outside the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials. The memorials had been cleared by private security contractors earlier in the morning.

CRG Security in Uptown Minneapolis

CRG Security in Uptown Minneapolis

July 2021 — Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone since June 3rd after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades that were put in place to protect protesters.

Deona Marie Memorial after clearing by police

Deona Marie Memorial after clearing by police

July 2021 — The Deona Marie Memorial after it was cleared in the morning by private security contractors.

Signs outside the newly cleared Winston Smith Protest

Signs outside the newly cleared Winston Smith Protest

July 2021 — Signs laying against newly installed barricades outside what was the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorials.

Fencing goes up at Winston Smith protest site

Fencing goes up at Winston Smith protest site

July 2021 — Minneapolis Police outside what was the Wince Marie Memorial Garden. Private security and police cleared the lot and fencing was put up.July 17, 2021

Winston Smith Memorial Garden clearing

Winston Smith Memorial Garden clearing

July 2021 — Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.

Minneapolis Police and Winston Smith protesters

Minneapolis Police and Winston Smith protesters

July 2021 — Protesters and who the police call "hot rodders" shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police also declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.

Power to the People in Uptown Minneapolis

Power to the People in Uptown Minneapolis

July 2021 — Minneapolis Police arrive at the "Wince Marie Peace Garden" after they respond to "hot rodder" and protester street closures a couple blocks away.

Minneapolis police at Winston Smith peace garden

Minneapolis police at Winston Smith peace garden

July 2021 — Protesters and who the police call "hot rodders" shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.

Minneapolis Police at the Winston Smith Protest

Minneapolis Police at the Winston Smith Protest

July 2021 — Minneapolis Police across the street from the "Wince Marie Peace Garden".

Dumpster Fires in Uptown Minneapolis

Dumpster Fires in Uptown Minneapolis

July 2021 — Shortly after the "hot rodders" dispersed at Hennepin & Lagoon. The streets were barricaded during protests following Winston Smith being killed by police.

Barricaded Streets in Uptown Minneapolis

Barricaded Streets in Uptown Minneapolis

July 2021 — Barricades at Hennepin Ave and Lagoon Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.

Barricades on Hennepin and Lagoon in Minneapolis

Barricades on Hennepin and Lagoon in Minneapolis

July 2021 — Barricades placed at Hennepin and Lagoon in Uptown Minneapolis.

Seven Points Parking Ramp Graffiti

Seven Points Parking Ramp Graffiti

July 2021 — Memorials for Winston Smith at the location he was killed by a Federal Task Force on June 3rd.

Stop The Cover Up graffiti in Minneapolis

Stop The Cover Up graffiti in Minneapolis

July 2021 — "Wince Way", a protest zone in Uptown Minneapolis following the deaths of Winston Smith on June 3rd, 2021 and Deon Marie 10 days later.

Wince Marie Peace Garden at sunset

Wince Marie Peace Garden at sunset

July 2021 — A memorial garden on Lake/Girard in Uptown Minneapolis. The garden was built after the June 3rd law enforcement killing of Winston Smith and the death of Deona Marie 10 days later. Deona was killed when a man drove his vehicle through barricades put in place to protect those protesting the death of Winston Smith. The area has been occupied ever since.

Wince Marie Peace Garden 4 Ever

Wince Marie Peace Garden 4 Ever

July 2021 — "Wince Marie Peace Garden 4 Ever" written in chalk near where Winston Smith was killed.

Abolish The Police No Cops in Minneapolis

Abolish The Police No Cops in Minneapolis

July 2021 — The top of the parking ramp that Winston Smith was killed in. Winston Smith was killed by Hennepin and Ramsey County Sheriffs officers who were part of a Federal Task Force on June 3rd. 

On June 10th, Deona Marie was killed when a protester drove his vehicle through barricades setup to protect those protesting the death of Winston Smith.

Peace Garden at Deona Marie and Winston Smith protest site

Peace Garden at Deona Marie and Winston Smith protest site

June 2021 — A protest garden built outside the parking garage that Winston Smith and Deona Marie were killed at. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.

Protester writes on barricades in Uptown Minneapolis

Protester writes on barricades in Uptown Minneapolis

June 2021 — Protesters paint the concrete barriers around a peace garden built by those protesting the June 3rd and June 13th deaths of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.

Deona Marie Memorial June 30 2021

Deona Marie Memorial June 30 2021

June 2021 — A memorial for Deona Marie Knajdek. Deona was killed by a man who drove through barricades that were put in place to protect those protesting the June 3rd killing of Winston Smith by law enforcement.

Skies over Winston Smith protest garden

Skies over Winston Smith protest garden

June 2021 — A memorial garden in Uptown Minneapolis where Winston Smith and Deona Marie were killed. Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd, 2021. Deona Knajdek was killed 10 days later when a man drove his vehicle through barricades in place for those protesting the death of Smith.

Garden forming at Winston Smith protest site

Garden forming at Winston Smith protest site

June 2021 — A memorial garden being built by protesters who have gathered since the June 3rd and June 13th killings of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.

Minneapolis police drives over Abolish The Police graffiti

Minneapolis police drives over Abolish The Police graffiti

June 2021 — A Minneapolis Police squad car drives over "Abolish The Police" graffiti on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police move to remove Winston Smith protesters

Minneapolis Police move to remove Winston Smith protesters

June 2021 — Minneapolis police on Hennepin Ave and Lake Street near where protesters have been holding space after the June 3rd and June 13th killings of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.

Lake Street in Minneapolis during Deona Marie memorial

Lake Street in Minneapolis during Deona Marie memorial

June 2021 — Protesters gathered at a memorial on Lake Street on what would have been Deona Marie's birthday. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.

Street Barricades once again appear on Lake Street in Minneapoli

Street Barricades once again appear on Lake Street in Minneapoli

June 2021 — Street barricades at Hennepin Ave and Lake Street during protests over the deaths of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.

Power 2 the people sign in Minneapolis

Power 2 the people sign in Minneapolis

June 2021 — A sign reading "Power 2 the people" hanging from Seven Points mall. Winston Smith was killed earlier in the month by a Federal Task Force.

Protester draws Winston Smith at protest site

Protester draws Winston Smith at protest site

June 2021 — An artist draws Winston Smith on the pavement outside the parking garage where Winston Smith was killed by law enforcement on June 3rd.

We will continue your legacy fighting white supremacy chalk art

We will continue your legacy fighting white supremacy chalk art

June 2021 — Happy Birthday Deona Marie. Writing in chalk on Lake Street on what would have been Deona Marie's birthday. Marie was killed on June 13th while protesting the June 3rd law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith. She was killed by Nicholas Kraus who drove his vehicle into a car being used as a barricade for those protesting.

Deona Marie’s last protest sign

Deona Marie’s last protest sign

June 2021 — A protester holds up what he says was a sign Deona Marie made while protesting the Winston Smith killing. Deona Marie was killed on June 3rd when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.

Growing Deona Marie memorial

Growing Deona Marie memorial

June 2021 — Candles and flowers around a large memorial for Deona Marie. Marie was killed on June 13th when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was shot and killed on June 3rd by a Federal Task Force. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant.

Deona Marie’s birthday cake

Deona Marie’s birthday cake

June 2021 — A birthday cake for what would have been Deona Marie's 32nd birthday. She was killed on June 13th when a man drove his vehicle through barricades while she was protesting the police killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.

Protesters raise fists on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis

Protesters raise fists on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis

June 2021 — Protesters gather on what would have been Deona Marie's birthday. Deona was killed on June 13th when a man drove his vehicle through barricades while she was protesting the police killing of Winston Smith. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.

Black Lives Matter sign and protesters in Uptown Minneapolis

Black Lives Matter sign and protesters in Uptown Minneapolis

June 2021 — Protester holds up Black Lives Matter flag while marching down Lake Street during a march following the June 3rd and June 13th deaths of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.

Minneapolis police remove barricade material

Minneapolis police remove barricade material

June 2021 — Minneapolis police load up a pickup with materials being used by protesters for barricades. Protesters have been holding space following the June 3rd and June 13th deaths of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.

Minneapolis police move into Uptown Minneapolis

Minneapolis police move into Uptown Minneapolis

June 2021 — Minneapolis Police once again to clear out street barricades on Lake Street. Barricades have been put in place at times following the June 3rd and June 13th killings of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.

Minneapolis police confront people at protest site

Minneapolis police confront people at protest site

June 2021 — Minneapolis Police confront a woman while they clear out protesters and their barricades from Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue. Protesters have been gathered since the June 3rd and June 13th killings of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. Winston Smith was killed after Hennepin and Ramsey County officers fired their weapons while part of a Federal Task Force serving a warrant. Deona Marie was killed when Nicholas Kraus drove his vehicle into those protesting the killing of Smith.