Fire

151 photos · 2019–2025

151 photographs tagged Fire, 2019–2025.

Green Bay Fire Station No. 3 at 885 Shawano Avenue, Wisconsin, features red brick and arched bay doors for engine, battalion, and medic units. — Green Bay Fire Station No. 3, located at 885 Shawano Avenue in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is a testament to mid-20th-century civic architecture. Constructed with a red brick façade, the station features prominent arched bay doors for its engine, battalion chief, and medic units. This facility has long served the west side of Green Bay, providing essential emergency response services to both residential and commercial districts. Its design reflects a period when public buildings prioritized both robust functionality and enduring aesthetic qualities.

Fire department on Lake Street during riots — Minneapolis Fire Department works on putting out fires on the corner of East Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue. The AutoZone on the corner was the first fire lit during the uprising.

Minneapolis Fire Department put fires out during riots — Minneapolis Fire Department crews respond to fires on Minnehaha Avenue near East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. The response took place during the second night of unrest following the death of George Floyd, when multiple businesses and properties along Lake Street were damaged or burned.

Protesters near a small fire on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis at night. — Protesters stand near a small fire and improvised barricades on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis on the night of May 27, 2020. The photograph was made during demonstrations that followed the death of George Floyd, with smoke, fencing, and street obstructions visible along the roadway. Emergency lights are visible in the background as people move around the blocked-off street.

Emergency vehicles on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis near AutoZone and Minnehaha Liquors during protests. — Emergency vehicles and police line Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis near the AutoZone and Minnehaha Liquors stores on the night of May 27, 2020. The photograph shows firefighters working beside a fire truck, officers in riot gear farther down the street, and debris scattered across the roadway during protests following the killing of George Floyd. This commercial stretch of South Minneapolis became one of the most heavily affected areas during the unrest.

Police officers on bikes as buildings burn behind them — Minneapolis Police officers stand outside a burning AutoZone store in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, the second day of protests following the death of George Floyd. The AutoZone, located at 3030 Nicollet Avenue, was among the first businesses to sustain significant damage during the widespread civil unrest.

Wendy’s on fire with graffiti on the side — The Wendy's restaurant located on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis was engulfed in flames on May 28, 2020. This occurred on the second day of widespread protests that erupted following the death of George Floyd while in police custody. The building's brick exterior is covered with graffiti, including messages expressing anti-police and anti-capitalist sentiments. The destruction of commercial properties, such as this fast-food establishment, became a visible manifestation of the intense civil unrest and community frustration during the Minneapolis Uprising.

AutoZone on fire during Minneapolis riots — Minneapolis Fire Department outside the AutoZone on Lake Street.

Everlake housing under construction burns on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis. — The Everlake housing development under construction on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis burns during the early hours of May 28, 2020. The fire occurred amid unrest following the killing of George Floyd, as flames spread through the wood-framed structure and debris, downed lines, and a damaged car filled the street in front of the site.

Everlake Apartments burning in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — The Everlake Apartments, a six-story housing development in Minneapolis, burn during overnight unrest on May 28, 2020. The fire occurred during protests and disturbances following the death of George Floyd, with the building near the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct.

Burning Wendy's on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis during George Floyd protest unrest. — A Wendy’s restaurant on 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis burns in the early hours of May 28, 2020, during unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Flames are visible through the windows and across the roofline, while graffiti including “Justice 4 George” is painted on the building’s exterior. The fire occurred during several nights of destruction and protest in Minneapolis after Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police on May 25, 2020.

Everlake Apartments construction fire in Minneapolis as a driver passes the burning site at night. — The Everlake Apartments construction site in Minneapolis burns during the early hours of May 28, 2020. The six-story housing development, still under construction, was heavily damaged as fire moved through the wood-frame structure. The blaze occurred during protests in the city following the police killing of George Floyd, with flames, smoke, and debris filling the street around the site.

Everlake development fire in Minneapolis as a person leans from an SUV beside the burning construction site. — The Everlake development in Minneapolis burns on May 28, 2020, as a person leans out of an SUV in the foreground and flames consume the six-story housing project under construction. The fire occurred near the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct during overnight unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Everlake was one of several properties damaged as protests and civil disorder spread through the area.

Everlake apartments burn in Minneapolis as a woman watches from a vehicle during George Floyd protests. — The Everlake apartment building burns in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the early hours of May 28, 2020. The six-story residential development stood near the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct, an area where protests had intensified after the killing of George Floyd. Flames engulf the structure as a bystander watches from a vehicle in the foreground.

Everlake development burns in Minneapolis as people ride past in an SUV. — The Everlake housing development in Minneapolis burns on May 28, 2020, as flames consume the six-story residential building under construction near the city’s Third Precinct police station. The fire occurred during overnight unrest following the killing of George Floyd.

Fire behind a house on East 29th Street in Minneapolis at night. — A fire burns across from a residence on East 29th Street in Minneapolis in the early hours of May 28, 2020. The photograph was made during the second day of protests in the city after the death of George Floyd, when multiple fires were reported in neighborhoods near the demonstrations.

People walk through an alley off East 29th Street in Minneapolis as a large fire burns beyond the buildings. — People walk through an alley off East 29th Street in Minneapolis as a large fire burns across the street in the early hours of May 28, 2020. The photograph was made during the second night of unrest following the death of George Floyd, when fires and property damage spread through parts of south Minneapolis.

Burning AutoZone on Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis with graffiti during May 2020 unrest. — The AutoZone store at 2700 Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis burns in the early hours of May 28, 2020, across from the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct. Flames have consumed much of the one-story commercial building, leaving the roofline partially collapsed as graffiti covers the exterior wall. The fire occurred during the first nights of unrest after the murder of George Floyd.

AutoZone burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis during unrest after George Floyd’s killing. — The AutoZone store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis burns during overnight unrest on May 28, 2020, following the killing of George Floyd. Located across from the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct, the auto-parts retailer was among the first commercial buildings destroyed by fire in the area.

Minneapolis police officer by patrol SUVs as an AutoZone burns in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. — A Minneapolis police officer stands beside patrol vehicles as the AutoZone store burns in Minneapolis early on May 28, 2020. The fire was photographed during the second night of unrest following the killing of George Floyd, when businesses and other properties in the city were damaged or destroyed.

Minneapolis police watch a burning building on Lake Street in Minneapolis during protests. — Minneapolis police officers stand on Lake Street in Minneapolis as a commercial building burns during overnight unrest on May 28, 2020. The fire occurred during the protests and property destruction that followed the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer.

Minneapolis police SUV in front of a burning commercial building during George Floyd protest fires. — A Minneapolis Police squad car is parked in front of burning commercial buildings in Minneapolis in the early hours of May 28, 2020. Visible signage and context identify the businesses as an AutoZone and a Wendy’s, both engulfed in flames during unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd.

Protesters at the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Protesters stand before the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 28, 2020. The station became a focal point during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd, with demonstrators gathering around the building as fire consumed part of the structure.

Protester before the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — A protester stands in front of the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 28, 2020. The image was made on the third night of protests following the killing of George Floyd. The 3rd Precinct served south Minneapolis, and the fire at the station became one of the most widely recognized moments of the unrest in the city.

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on fire in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct burns in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 28, 2020, as people gather outside the building during protests after the death of George Floyd. Flames engulf the station after officers withdrew from the site earlier that night. The fire at the precinct became one of the most widely recognized moments of the protests that spread across Minneapolis and other cities in the days following Floyd’s killing.

GM Tobacco burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protest unrest. — The GM Tobacco building on East Lake Street in Minneapolis burns on the night of May 28, 2020, during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd. Flames engulf the storefront and upper facade, with anti-police graffiti visible on the front of the building and a person standing on the sidewalk at right. The property was in the area of south Minneapolis where unrest was concentrated near the Minneapolis Police Department’s 3rd Precinct.

Minnehaha Liquors burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as people gather during protests. — The Minnehaha Liquors building on East Lake Street in Minneapolis burns on the night of May 28, 2020, as people gather in the street during unrest following the murder of George Floyd. The commercial building, marked by the large Minnehaha Liquors Drive-In sign, also housed Midori’s Floating World Cafe. The fire was part of widespread damage along the Lake Street corridor during several nights of protests, confrontations, and property destruction in south Minneapolis.

Minnehaha Liquors burns at Lake Street and 27th Avenue in Minneapolis as crowds gather at night. — The Minnehaha Liquors building burns on East Lake Street at South 27th Avenue in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, as crowds gather in the roadway nearby. The fire occurred during the third night of protests following the killing of George Floyd, when commercial corridors along Lake Street saw extensive unrest and property damage.

Protesters outside burning GM Tobacco on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, one holding an anti-police sign. — A protester holds a sign reading “Jail all racist killer cops!” in front of the burning GM Tobacco store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. The photograph was made during nighttime protests that followed the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police four days earlier.

GM Tobacco burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as people gather during George Floyd protests. — GM Tobacco and neighboring storefronts on East Lake Street in Minneapolis burn as people gather outside on the night of May 28, 2020. The fire occurred during protests and unrest that followed the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis police custody. Midori’s can also be seen along the block, part of a heavily damaged commercial corridor south of downtown.

Protesters at a Metro Transit shelter on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as a building burns behind them. — Protesters gather at a Metro Transit bus shelter on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct burns in the background on May 28, 2020. The station was set on fire during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd, and its burning became one of the most widely recognized moments of the unrest in Minneapolis.

Fire at the Target store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as flames engulf part of the building. — Fire burns at the Target store on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020. The blaze consumed part of the building during unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd, with smoke and sparks rising above the roofline. Graffiti on the exterior walls, including anti-police messages, remained visible on the facade as the fire spread.

Minnehaha Liquors burns on Lake Street in Minneapolis as fireworks burst overhead. — The Minnehaha Liquors store burns on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, as fireworks burst overhead on May 28, 2020. The fire occurred during the third night of unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Minnehaha Liquors, identified by its large roadside sign, stood along Lake Street, a major commercial corridor where numerous businesses were damaged during that period.

Smoke-filled alley at East 29th Street and 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis during overnight fires. — An alley near East 29th Street and 26th Avenue South in Minneapolis is filled with smoke and backlit by fire during overnight unrest on May 28, 2020. A vehicle moves through the alley as flames burn behind nearby buildings, illuminating utility poles, wires, and the walls of adjacent structures. The fires occurred during the second night of protests following the killing of George Floyd.

Fire at Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on East Lake Street during a protest in Minneapolis. — Fire burns at the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, as a crowd gathers outside during protests following the death of George Floyd. The police station had been abandoned by officers earlier that evening before the building was set ablaze. The Third Precinct became one of the most visible locations in Minneapolis during the unrest that followed Floyd’s killing.

Minneapolis police station on fire during protests — The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on fire during the 3rd day of protests in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd. The precinct was set ablaze after the Minneapolis Police abandoned the precinct following 3 days of protests.

Protesters outside the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on East Lake Street in Minneapolis. — Protesters gather outside the burning Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on the night of May 28, 2020. The fire followed days of protests after the killing of George Floyd, a Black man who died in police custody on May 25. The 3rd Precinct, the station where former officer Derek Chauvin had worked, was abandoned by police before the building was set ablaze.

Fire near Lake Street and Snelling Avenue in Minneapolis behind the Metro Transit Blue Line crossing. — A large fire burns near East Lake Street and Snelling Avenue in Minneapolis, Minnesota, during overnight protests on May 29, 2020, following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers. The photograph shows traffic moving beneath the Metro Transit Blue Line rail crossing as flames and smoke rise behind commercial buildings along the Lake Street corridor in south Minneapolis.

Burning car at a Wells Fargo drive-thru in Minneapolis during George Floyd protest unrest. — A car burns in the drive-thru lane of a Wells Fargo branch in Minneapolis on May 29, 2020. The fire occurred during overnight protests following the killing of George Floyd, with the bank located across the street from the Minneapolis Police Department’s 5th Precinct.

Burning car outside Wells Fargo on East 31st Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — A car burns outside the Wells Fargo branch on East 31st Street in Minneapolis on May 29, 2020. The fire occurred during the fourth night of protests following the killing of George Floyd, after demonstrators had marched through South Minneapolis. The bank stands across from the Minneapolis Police Department’s 5th Precinct, an area that drew large crowds and repeated unrest that week.

Fire-damaged Lake Street post office in Minneapolis with broken windows and smoke-stained brick exterior. — The Lake Street Station post office in South Minneapolis appears here after fire damage during the protests of late May 2020. Broken windows, smoke-stained openings, and a scorched interior are visible along the brick exterior of the United States Postal Service facility on Lake Street near East 31st Street. The fire occurred during the fourth night of unrest in Minneapolis following the killing of George Floyd while in police custody, and the building was later declared a total loss and rebuilt.

Smoke pouring from Lake Street Station post office in Minneapolis during unrest on May 29, 2020. — The United States Postal Service’s Lake Street Station in South Minneapolis is shown filled with smoke during unrest on May 29, 2020, the fourth night of demonstrations following the killing of George Floyd. Located on East 31st Street, the post office served the surrounding neighborhoods as a local mail-processing and retail facility. The building was later declared a total loss and subsequently rebuilt.

Wells Fargo bank burning on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis on May 29, 2020. — A Wells Fargo branch on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis burns on the night of May 29, 2020. The bank, across from the Minneapolis Police Department’s Fifth Precinct, was damaged during unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd. Flames are visible through the front windows as fire spreads across the ground-floor banking area.

Stone Arch Bridge spanning the Mississippi River with illuminated downtown Minneapolis skyline at night. — The Stone Arch Bridge spans the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. Built in 1883 as a railroad bridge, the structure is a prominent historic landmark along the riverfront near St. Anthony Falls.

Damaged Walgreens on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke and boarded windows at night. — A Walgreens pharmacy and food mart on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands damaged and smoking in the early hours of May 30, 2020. Plywood covers the entrance, windows are broken, and graffiti is visible on the exterior of the one-story commercial building. The store was photographed during the unrest that followed the police killing of George Floyd, when numerous businesses along the Lake Street corridor were damaged or burned.

Commercial building on fire on Lake Street in Minneapolis during unrest after George Floyd's killing. — A commercial building burns on Lake Street in South Minneapolis in late May 2020. The fire occurred during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. Lake Street, a major east-west commercial corridor lined with small businesses and services, was heavily damaged during those nights.

Burning building on Lake Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — A commercial building burns on Lake Street in South Minneapolis in the early hours of May 30, 2020, during protests following the killing of George Floyd. Flames and heavy smoke engulf the structure as a person stands in silhouette on the street in front of the fire. The image was made on the fourth night of unrest, when numerous businesses and buildings along the Lake Street corridor were damaged or destroyed.

Burning excavator on Lake Street in Minneapolis amid fires during George Floyd protests. — A burning excavator and multiple building fires line Lake Street in Minneapolis during overnight unrest on May 30, 2020, in the days after the killing of George Floyd.

Orange moon over downtown Minneapolis during George Floyd protest unrest. — An orange moon rises beside the downtown Minneapolis skyline in Minnesota in the early hours of May 30, 2020, during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd. Visible landmarks include U.S. Bank Stadium at left and the M Health Clinics and Surgery Center in the foreground, with office and medical buildings filling the city center. The moon’s color was likely intensified by smoke and haze hanging over the city as fires burned during that period.

Smoke over Lake Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protest fires. — Smoke rises over the Lake Street area of Minneapolis in the early morning hours of May 30, 2020, as fires burn during protests following the killing of George Floyd. The photograph looks across a South Minneapolis residential and commercial district, with apartment buildings, a church, and neighborhood streets in the foreground and a broad plume of smoke extending across the night sky. Lake Street, a major east-west corridor, sustained extensive fire and property damage during that night of unrest.

Smoke and flames over Lake Street in Minneapolis before dawn on May 30, 2020. — Fires burn along Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on May 30, 2020, sending a large plume of smoke over surrounding apartment buildings before dawn. The fires occurred during unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. Lake Street is a major commercial corridor in south Minneapolis and sustained extensive damage during the nights of arson and looting that followed the protests.

Smoke over Lake Street in Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — Smoke rises over the Lake Street area of Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the early hours of May 30, 2020, during protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd. A residential high-rise and roadway are visible in the foreground as smoke drifts across the corridor, where multiple commercial buildings were damaged by fire that week. Lake Street became one of the most heavily affected areas in south Minneapolis during the fourth day of demonstrations.

Smoke over Lake Street in Minneapolis as fires burn during George Floyd protest unrest. — Smoke rises over the Lake Street corridor in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in the early hours of May 30, 2020, as fires burn during protests following the death of George Floyd. The photograph looks across South Minneapolis at a broad plume spreading above mid-rise residential and institutional buildings. Lake Street, a major commercial artery, sustained extensive fire damage and business losses during the unrest that followed Floyd’s killing by Minneapolis police.

Minnesota National Guard vehicles block Lake Street at Speedway in Minneapolis as smoke rises behind them. — Minnesota National Guard troops and military vehicles block Lake Street near the Speedway station in the LynLake area of South Minneapolis on May 30, 2020. Thick smoke rises behind the intersection as firefighters and emergency vehicles respond during unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd. The deployment was part of the state response to secure major commercial corridors and assist local law enforcement and fire operations overnight.

National Guard vehicles block Lake Street in Minneapolis before sunrise as smoke rises in the distance. — Minnesota National Guard troops and military vehicles block Lake Street in the LynLake area of Uptown Minneapolis before sunrise on May 30, 2020. The deployment came during protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police, with smoke from fires visible in the distance along the commercial corridor. Lake Street, a major east-west route lined with apartments, shops, and businesses, was heavily affected during the unrest and remained under a strong security presence as day broke.

Minnesota National Guard vehicles on Lake Street in Minneapolis as smoke rises near LynLake at dawn. — Minnesota National Guard vehicles and personnel are stationed on Lake Street in Minneapolis near the LynLake district on May 30, 2020. Smoke rises in the distance at dawn as military and emergency vehicles line the commercial corridor after several nights of unrest following the killing of George Floyd. Lake Street is a major east-west route through South Minneapolis, lined with businesses, housing, and neighborhood landmarks.

Firefighters at the damaged Speedway on Lake Street in Minneapolis as smoke rises from the collapsed roof. — Minneapolis Fire Department crews work at the damaged Speedway gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis in the early morning of May 30, 2020. Smoke rises from the collapsed roof area as firefighters move through debris around the convenience store and fuel station. The fire occurred during the fourth day of unrest in Minneapolis following the killing of George Floyd, when numerous commercial properties along Lake Street were damaged or destroyed.

Burned debris blocks Pillsbury Avenue in South Minneapolis after protests. — Burned debris and overturned shopping carts block Pillsbury Avenue in South Minneapolis at sunrise on May 30, 2020. The photograph was made on the fourth day of protests following the killing of George Floyd, with smoke still visible in the distance and traffic signals lit above an otherwise quiet street. Scattered trash bins, charred remains, and temporary roadwork barrels show the disruption left on this residential corridor overnight.

Burned dumpster debris on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke rising from the ashes. — Burned debris from a dumpster lies on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 30, 2020, with smoke still rising from the remains. The image was made during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd, when Lake Street, one of the city’s main commercial corridors, sustained extensive fire and property damage. The photograph documents the immediate aftermath on the street surface, with ash, melted material, and charred refuse left behind.

Smoldering debris blocks Lake Street in Minneapolis after overnight unrest. — Debris and small smoldering fires block Lake Street in Minneapolis on the morning of May 30, 2020, with boarded storefronts and damaged buildings lining the corridor. The photograph shows the aftermath of unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd, when businesses and streets along this major South Minneapolis commercial route sustained extensive fire and impact damage. Smoke rises from burned material in the roadway as the street remains largely empty at daybreak.

Residents with a garden hose outside an apartment building on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. — Residents outside an apartment building on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis hold a garden hose on May 30, 2020, during unrest following the murder of George Floyd. The photograph shows two masked people positioned beside the brick building, apparently prepared to spray water toward a nearby fire. Businesses and residential properties along Nicollet Avenue were threatened by fires and damage during that period.

Resident spraying water beside O'Reilly Auto Parts on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. — A resident uses a garden hose beside an O'Reilly Auto Parts store on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis on May 30, 2020. The photograph was made during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd, when fires damaged businesses along the corridor. Here, a nearby resident works from behind a fence between adjacent buildings to keep flames from spreading to surrounding properties.

O'Reilly Auto Parts burning on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis, with part of the store collapsed. — The O'Reilly Auto Parts store on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis burns on May 30, 2020, with flames visible inside the building and much of the structure collapsed into the parking lot. The fire took place during the days of unrest in Minneapolis following the killing of George Floyd.

O'Reilly Auto Parts burns on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis amid rubble and smoke. — The O'Reilly Auto Parts store on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis burns on May 30, 2020, with flames rising from the collapsed structure and debris spread across the parking lot. The fire occurred during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police. The image shows extensive damage to the retail building as smoke and active flames continue to consume the site.

O'Reilly Auto Parts burns on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis as smoke rises over parked cars. — An O'Reilly Auto Parts store on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis burns on May 30, 2020, as heavy smoke rises above the block. The fire occurred during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd, when numerous commercial properties in Minneapolis were damaged or destroyed. Parked vehicles line the street in the foreground, including one marked with the words “PEOPLE NOT PROFIT.”

O'Reilly Auto Parts and Family Dollar burn on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis as black smoke rises. — The O'Reilly Auto Parts and Family Dollar store on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis burns on May 30, 2020. Flames and heavy black smoke rise from the retail building as traffic continues along the street in the early morning hours. The fire occurred during the unrest that followed the police killing of George Floyd, when numerous businesses along major commercial corridors in Minneapolis were damaged or destroyed.

Firefighter outside the burning O'Reilly Auto Parts on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis. — A firefighter walks past the burning O'Reilly Auto Parts store on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis on May 30, 2020. The building is collapsed and still actively burning as crews work in the area during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd. Fires damaged numerous commercial properties across Minneapolis during those days.

Smoke over houses in South Minneapolis at sunrise after overnight fires on May 30, 2020. — Smoke rises over residential houses in South Minneapolis at sunrise on May 30, 2020. The photograph shows a neighborhood street as heavy black plumes from overnight fires spread above homes and utility lines. The fires followed several days of protests in Minneapolis after the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer.

Firefighter with hose on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis as crews respond to a store fire. — A Minneapolis Fire Department firefighter stands on Nicollet Avenue in South Minneapolis as crews respond to a fire at the O'Reilly Auto Parts store on May 30, 2020. Fire engines and hose lines are positioned along the street in the early morning as firefighters work near the commercial corridor. The fire occurred during the period of civil unrest in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd, when numerous businesses and properties across the city were damaged or burned.

Interstate 35W approaching downtown Minneapolis under smoke haze at daybreak. — Interstate 35W approaching downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, is seen under a layer of smoke at daybreak on May 30, 2020. Overhead signs for downtown exits, East 35th Street, and Interstate 94 place the view along the main north-south freeway corridor leading into the city center. The haze followed overnight fires during protests after the death of George Floyd, and the light traffic contrasts with the volume normally carried on this route.

Firefighters battle a blaze on East Lake Street at Columbus Avenue in Minneapolis as a National Guard soldier stands nearby. — Firefighters battle a blaze on East Lake Street at Columbus Avenue in South Minneapolis as a Minnesota National Guard soldier and Minneapolis police vehicles stand nearby. The image shows heavy smoke, water streams, and collapsed brick debris from a badly damaged commercial building. Photographed on May 30, 2020, the fire occurred during the unrest following the killing of George Floyd, when parts of the Lake Street corridor sustained extensive damage.

National Guard truck at Chicago Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis amid debris and haze. — Minnesota National Guard soldiers and a Minneapolis Police vehicle are stationed at Chicago Avenue South and Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 30, 2020. A military transport truck is parked beside the Los Ocampo commercial building, with debris and haze visible along the corridor. The deployment came during the unrest and protests that followed the murder of George Floyd, when National Guard troops and local law enforcement were sent to major intersections and business districts across south Minneapolis.

National Guard troops on Lake Street in Minneapolis beside graffiti-marked storefronts and debris. — Members of the Minnesota National Guard patrol Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 30, 2020, passing boarded and graffiti-marked storefronts amid debris left on the street. The deployment came after several nights of fires and property damage during protests following the death of George Floyd. Lake Street, a major commercial corridor in south Minneapolis, was among the areas most heavily affected, and National Guard units were sent to support security operations and protect businesses and residents.

National Guard vehicles and a fire truck in Midtown Minneapolis with Midtown Exchange behind smoke at sunrise. — Minnesota National Guard troops and Minneapolis Fire Department vehicles are positioned in Midtown Minneapolis on May 30, 2020, with the Midtown Exchange building rising through smoke at sunrise in the background. The large brick structure, topped by the “MIDTOWN EXCHANGE” sign, was originally built as a Sears, Roebuck and Company mail-order and retail complex. The deployment came after overnight unrest following the killing of George Floyd, as firefighters responded to active fires and the National Guard supported local authorities.

Smoke over Midtown Exchange on East Lake Street in Minneapolis as National Guard vehicles patrol at sunrise. — Smoke rises around the Midtown Exchange in south Minneapolis as sunrise lights East Lake Street on May 30, 2020. Minnesota National Guard troops and Minneapolis Fire Department personnel are visible near the Lake Street commercial corridor after overnight fires and unrest following protests over the killing of George Floyd. The Midtown Exchange, originally built in 1928 as a Sears, Roebuck and Company mail-order and retail complex, had been redeveloped as a mixed-use building before the disturbances.

Burned Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke rising from the damaged store. — A Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands heavily burned on the morning of May 30, 2020, with smoke still rising from the convenience store behind the pump canopy. The damage followed overnight unrest after the killing of George Floyd, which led to fires and destruction along major commercial corridors in south Minneapolis. A Metro Transit bus stop and campaign signs remain in the foreground, situating the station within the everyday streetscape of Lake Street.

Burned Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis with smoke rising from the gutted store. — A fire-damaged Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis is pictured on the morning of May 30, 2020. The convenience store behind the pumps is gutted and still smoking, with parts of the roof and facade burned away. The damage followed nights of unrest in Minneapolis after the murder of George Floyd, when businesses along Lake Street, one of the city’s main commercial corridors, were heavily affected.

Minnesota National Guard vehicle near Midtown Exchange in Minneapolis as firefighters work amid smoke. — A Minnesota National Guard vehicle stands on a street near the Midtown Exchange in south Minneapolis as Minneapolis firefighters work amid smoke at daybreak on May 30, 2020. The photograph was made during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd, when fires and heavy emergency response affected commercial corridors across the city. The Midtown Exchange, a large mixed-use redevelopment of the historic Sears, Roebuck and Company building, is visible in the area behind the response.

Fire inside the collapsed O'Reilly Auto Parts on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis. — An O'Reilly Auto Parts store on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis burns after being set on fire during unrest in late May 2020. The photograph shows flames inside the collapsing commercial building, with twisted metal panels, exposed wiring, and piles of masonry debris in the foreground. The fire occurred in the days following the murder of George Floyd, when numerous businesses and other structures in the area were damaged or destroyed.

Burning Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis as smoke rises above the damaged building. — A fire-damaged Shell gas station on Lake Street in Minneapolis burns on the morning of May 30, 2020. Smoke rises from the convenience store area as traffic passes on the commercial corridor, and a Metro Transit bus stop sign is visible beside the property. The damage followed nights of protests and unrest in the city after the killing of George Floyd.

Fire-damaged Wells Fargo bank on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis with broken windows and graffiti. — The Wells Fargo bank building on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis bears fire damage and graffiti on May 31, 2020. Soot blackens the brick facade above a damaged entrance, and broken windows are visible on the upper level. Graffiti on the wall includes the phrases “BURN THE BANK” and “ACAB,” photographed in the days following the killing of George Floyd.

Burned Foot Locker on Lake Street in Minneapolis with a pedestrian passing by. — The burned Foot Locker storefront on Lake Street in Minneapolis stands damaged on May 31, 2020, with shattered upper windows, a collapsed ground-floor opening, and debris visible inside the retail space. The store was among the businesses affected during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis in late May 2020. A pedestrian walks past the fire-damaged building as cleanup and recovery had yet to begin.

Fire-damaged Minnehaha Liquors sign on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — The fire-damaged Minnehaha Liquors sign and facade on Lake Street in Minneapolis are shown on May 31, 2020. The business was burned during the unrest that followed the death of George Floyd on May 25, leaving the storefront’s metal framing exposed and the neon sign partially intact. Lake Street, one of Minneapolis’s main commercial corridors, saw extensive damage to businesses during those days.

Burned El Nuevo Rodeo on Lake Street in Minneapolis with a warning sign and rubble outside. — The burned remains of El Nuevo Rodeo stand on Lake Street in south Minneapolis on May 31, 2020. The restaurant and entertainment venue was heavily damaged by fire during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd, leaving its brick exterior blackened and much of the interior reduced to rubble. A handwritten warning sign about unstable walls and caution tape at the sidewalk mark the building as unsafe in the immediate aftermath of the fire.

Fire-damaged interior of Minnehaha Liquors on Lake Street in South Minneapolis. — The fire-damaged remains of Minnehaha Liquors on Lake Street in South Minneapolis are shown on May 31, 2020, with the roof burned away and the interior reduced to debris. The store was destroyed during the civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd.

Fire-damaged O'Reilly Auto Parts in North Minneapolis after unrest following George Floyd's killing. — The fire-damaged O'Reilly Auto Parts store in North Minneapolis stands boarded and gutted in the aftermath of unrest following the May 25, 2020 killing of George Floyd. Burn marks, a collapsed opening, and shattered front windows are visible on the one-story retail building. The business, part of a national auto parts chain, was among numerous commercial properties damaged in Minneapolis during late May and early June 2020.

Fire-damaged storefront on Broadway Avenue in North Minneapolis after unrest in June 2020. — A fire-damaged retail building on Broadway Avenue in North Minneapolis stands with its roof partially collapsed and storefronts burned out on June 4, 2020. The structure housed neighborhood businesses, including Flora's Hair Designs and a cafe, before it was damaged during the unrest that followed the May 25 killing of George Floyd. Burned interiors, exposed framing, and boarded windows show the extent of the destruction to commercial property along the corridor.

Burned facade of the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on Lake Street, with part of the original sign still visible. — The fire-damaged facade of the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis shows the remaining letters of the building’s original signage. The precinct was heavily burned during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd in May 2020. A police station serving south Minneapolis, the building became one of the most widely recognized damaged sites from that period.

Burned Popeyes drive-thru on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis after the May 2020 unrest. — The burned remains of a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen drive-thru stand on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. Reduced to a low pile of charred debris by mid-June 2020, the restaurant was destroyed in the fires and unrest that followed the May 25, 2020, killing of George Floyd in police custody.

Burned Lake Street Station post office facade in Minneapolis, with charred brick and partial Minneapolis lettering. — The fire-damaged Lake Street Station post office in Minneapolis fills the frame, with soot-stained brickwork and the partially intact “MINNEAPOLIS” lettering visible on the facade. This United States Postal Service building on the Lake Street corridor was burned during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Fire-damaged Atlas Staffing building in Minneapolis, with rubble and charred walls after the May 2020 unrest. — The fire-damaged remains of the Atlas Staffing building in Minneapolis fill the frame, with collapsed roofing, twisted metal, and charred block walls still standing. The employment agency’s premises were destroyed in May 2020 during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd. Photographed about three weeks later, the site shows the extent of damage left to commercial properties in the area.

Metro Transit bus passing the burned Atlas Staffing building on East Lake Street in Minneapolis, June 2020. — A Metro Transit bus passes the burned Atlas Staffing building on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on June 16, 2020. The commercial structure shows heavy fire damage, with collapsed cinder-block walls and a charred facade visible along the sidewalk. The building was among numerous Lake Street properties damaged during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd in late May 2020. The image contrasts ongoing bus service on the corridor with the destruction still visible several weeks later.

Burned strip mall rubble on Lake Street in Minneapolis after fires during the May 2020 unrest. — The burned remains of a strip mall on Lake Street in Minneapolis fill the foreground, with piles of brick, twisted metal, and collapsed roofing left after a fire. A Dollar General sign is still visible on one surviving section of the commercial building behind the rubble. The damage dates to the unrest and protests that followed the killing of George Floyd in May 2020, when multiple businesses along the Lake Street corridor were burned or destroyed.

Minneapolis firefighters extinguish a dumpster fire on a South Minneapolis street on June 27, 2020. — Minneapolis Fire Department personnel extinguish a smoking dumpster fire on a residential street in South Minneapolis on June 27, 2020.

Dollar General at Hi-Lake Shopping Center in Minneapolis behind fire-damaged debris. — Dollar General at the Hi-Lake Shopping Center on East Lake Street in Minneapolis after fire damage in 2020. The shopping center also included an H&R Block office and other storefronts damaged during the unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd. Debris from the destroyed front portion of the complex remained across the site in early July 2020.

Minnehaha Liquors site at Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis behind fencing and barriers at night. — Minnehaha Liquors at East Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis appears behind fencing and concrete barriers in July 2020. The business was destroyed during the unrest that followed the killing of George Floyd, leaving a cleared and secured lot at the intersection. The corner sits near the former Third Precinct station and other fire-damaged Lake Street properties.

Fire damaged buildings in St Paul after riots — The remains of a former Subway restaurant and a tax office are visible on University Avenue West in St. Paul. These structures were destroyed by fire during the civil unrest that followed the May 25, 2020 murder of George Floyd in Minneapolis. The debris, contained by an orange construction fence, marks a site of significant damage in the aftermath of the protests. The destruction of these commercial properties reflects the widespread impact of the protests on local businesses and urban environments in the Twin Cities.

Inside the burned out Minnehaha Station post office — The interior of the Minnehaha Station United States Post Office, located at 3033 27th Avenue South in Minneapolis, shows extensive fire damage. This facility was severely burned during the civil unrest in May 2020, which followed the death of George Floyd. Charred walls, debris, and damaged mail sorting cages are visible, indicating the extent of the destruction within this essential community service building. The incident rendered the post office inoperable, disrupting postal services for residents in the surrounding Minneapolis neighborhood.

Burned out USPS van inside a burned post office — A burned United States Postal Service (USPS) van rests within the fire-damaged Minnehaha Post Office in South Minneapolis. This facility, located on 27th Avenue South, sustained extensive damage during the civil unrest that followed the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd. As a vital piece of public infrastructure, the Minnehaha Station provided essential mail services to the local community. The destruction of the building and its contents, including the delivery vehicle, reflects the widespread property damage experienced during the Minneapolis Uprising.

Burned rubble of USPS post office in South Minneapolis — The interior of the Minnehaha Station United States Post Office, located at 3033 27th Avenue South in Minneapolis, shows extensive fire damage. This facility served as a vital postal service hub for the local community. The building was severely damaged by fire and arson during the civil unrest in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd in May 2020. Twisted metal and charred remains illustrate the widespread destruction that affected numerous structures in the city during that period.

The remains of a burned out USPS post office — The Minnehaha Station United States Post Office, located at 3033 27th Avenue South in Minneapolis, stands as a burned-out structure. This facility previously served as a vital postal service hub for the surrounding community. The building was extensively damaged by fire and arson during the civil unrest in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd in May 2020. The remaining brick shell and debris are a visible reminder of the widespread property damage that occurred during the protests, with graffiti reading 'Justice for George' on an adjacent wall further contextualizing the site.

Riot damage building on Chicago Ave with flowers inside — A building on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis stands extensively damaged by fire, with a small pot of flowers placed among the debris. This structure was burned during the civil unrest that followed the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd. The widespread damage across Minneapolis during this period, often referred to as the Minneapolis Uprising, impacted numerous local businesses and properties. The flowers offer a contrasting element within the remnants of the fire-damaged interior.

Chairs burned inside building on Chicago Ave — The interior of a commercial building on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis shows extensive fire damage. This damage occurred in 2020, following the May 25th death of George Floyd, which sparked widespread protests and civil unrest in the city. The building was among many structures in Minneapolis that sustained damage from arson and fires during the period of intense public protest and associated disturbances. Charred office furniture and debris fill the space, reflecting the destructive impact of the events on local businesses and infrastructure.

Back of fire damaged USPS post office in Minneapolis — The USPS Lake Street Station and a Stop N Shop gas station stand on Lake Street in Minneapolis. These commercial properties sustained significant damage, including instances of arson, during the civil unrest that occurred in May 2020 following the death of George Floyd. The boarded-up windows and visible repairs on both structures reflect the impact of these events on local businesses and infrastructure. The USPS facility continues to serve as a critical postal service hub for the surrounding community, while the Stop N Shop provides essential fuel and convenience services.

Graffiti on the side of burned USPS post office — The United States Postal Service (USPS) Lake Street Station in Minneapolis sustained significant fire damage during the Minneapolis Uprising. The brick building shows signs of charring and boarded-up windows, with white graffiti on its facade stating, "WE LOVE OUR POSTAL PATRONS! WE WILL BE BACK TO SERVE YOU!" This message reflects the station's commitment to its community despite the extensive damage from arson. As a critical piece of public infrastructure, the Lake Street Station provides essential postal services to residents and businesses in the surrounding Minneapolis neighborhood.

Caved in roof of fire damaged building on Cedar Ave — The interior of Max It Pawn on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis shows extensive fire damage, with its roof caved in and corrugated metal structures twisted and rusted. This retail store sustained significant destruction during the protests and civil unrest that occurred in Minneapolis following the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The building's charred remains and collapsed roof are a stark reminder of the widespread impact on local businesses. The damage to establishments like Max It Pawn became a visible representation of the profound effects of the Minneapolis Uprising on commercial districts and the community.

Burned out counter inside Max It Pawn — The interior of Max It Pawn on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis displays extensive fire damage. This retail establishment was destroyed by arson following the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd. The destruction of the store reflects the broader impact of the civil unrest and protests that occurred across Minneapolis during that period, affecting numerous local businesses and the urban environment.

A shoe sits on floor of burned out building — A single shoe rests amidst shattered glass and debris within the fire-damaged Max It Pawn shop on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis. This retail establishment suffered extensive damage by arson during the civil unrest and protests that occurred in the city following the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd. The destruction of businesses like Max It Pawn was a significant aspect of the period known as the Minneapolis Uprising. These remnants serve as a historical record of the profound social and economic impact on the community.

Photo of trash inside burned out building — The charred interior of Max It Pawn on Cedar Avenue in South Minneapolis. This retail store sustained extensive fire damage and was destroyed during the civil unrest in Minneapolis following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The structural damage and debris on the floor reflect the widespread impact of arson and property destruction that occurred across the city during this period. The destruction of businesses like Max It Pawn became a visible marker of the protests and the community's response to systemic injustice.

Outside the Max It Pawn that was destroyed by fire — The Max It Pawn shop on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis sustained significant damage. This retail building was destroyed by fires that occurred in the aftermath of the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd. The storefront, with its broken windows and charred interior, reflects the widespread property damage experienced by businesses in the urban core during the period of civil unrest. Debris and construction barriers on the sidewalk indicate ongoing cleanup and the lasting impact on the commercial district. This site serves as a historical marker of the events that unfolded in Minneapolis.

A burned-out Family Dollar store with boarded windows and charred interior visible on Lake Street in Minneapolis. — The Family Dollar store on Lake Street in Minneapolis sustained severe fire damage. This destruction occurred during the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd.

Firefighters battle a structure fire at a vacant boarded home on South 4th Avenue in Minneapolis. — Firefighters worked a house fire on South 4th Avenue in Minneapolis in the early morning hours of October 4, 2020. The structure was a vacant home that had previously been boarded up. Crews operated on through heavy smoke conditions as they worked to bring the fire under control.

A residential house on South 4th Avenue in Minneapolis engulfed in flames and smoke at night. — This vacant home on South 4th Avenue went up in flames overnight, sending heavy smoke into the surrounding residential block.

Firefighters battle flames at a vacant boarded house on South 4th Avenue in Minneapolis during early morning hours. — Firefighters responded to a structure fire on South 4th Avenue in Minneapolis in the early morning hours of October 4, 2020. The building was a vacant home that had previously been boarded up. Minneapolis has seen a rise in fires at vacant and abandoned properties in recent years, prompting the city to step up enforcement of its vacant building registration program.

Smoke floating through Minneapolis — Smoke from a vacant home fire on South 4th Avenue rises over the Minneapolis skyline in the early morning hours of October 4th, 2020. This incident occurred during the Minneapolis Uprising, a period of significant civil unrest and protests in the city.

Firefighters respond to a residential house fire in Minneapolis on a snowy winter night. — A house fire in south Minneapolis displaced four residents on the night of February 3, 2021. Crews from the Minneapolis Fire Department responded to contain the blaze during a stretch of below-freezing temperatures typical of a Minnesota winter.

Fire burns in the street at Chicago Ave and S Girard Ave in Minneapolis at night. — Protesters burn a dumpster at Lake Street and Girard avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on June 3, 2021. On June 3, 2021, members of a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force fatally shot 32-year-old Winston “Boogie” Smith Jr. on the top level of a parking ramp in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood while attempting to arrest him on a felony warrant. Authorities said Smith fired a handgun from inside his vehicle during the encounter, while family members and activists questioned the official account and demanded the release of additional evidence. The killing led to weeks of protests, street occupations, and confrontations with police in Uptown, becoming another major flashpoint in Minneapolis during the period following the murder of George Floyd. Earlier in the day Minneapolis city officials along with The Agape Movement coordinated to open the streets that had been closed at George Floyd Square since his murder.

Fire burns in the street outside Stella's Fish Cafe on Lake Street in Minneapolis during unrest. — On the evening of June 3, 2020, protests erupted in Uptown Minneapolis following the killing of Winston Smith by law enforcement earlier that day. The unrest led to fires and property damage along Lake Street, a major commercial corridor. On June 3, 2021, members of a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force fatally shot 32-year-old Winston “Boogie” Smith Jr. on the top level of a parking ramp in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood while attempting to arrest him on a felony warrant. Authorities said Smith fired a handgun from inside his vehicle during the encounter, while family members and activists questioned the official account and demanded the release of additional evidence. The killing led to weeks of protests, street occupations, and confrontations with police in Uptown, becoming another major flashpoint in Minneapolis during the period following the murder of George Floyd. Earlier in the day Minneapolis city officials along with The Agape Movement coordinated to open the streets that had been closed at George Floyd Square since his murder.

People gather around a burning trash can at Lake Street and S Girard Ave in Minneapolis at night. — Protesters gather at the intersection of Lake Street and South Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on June 23, 2021. On June 3, 2021, members of a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force fatally shot 32-year-old Winston “Boogie” Smith Jr. on the top level of a parking ramp in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood while attempting to arrest him on a felony warrant. Authorities said Smith fired a handgun from inside his vehicle during the encounter, while family members and activists questioned the official account and demanded the release of additional evidence. The killing led to weeks of protests, street occupations, and confrontations with police in Uptown, becoming another major flashpoint in Minneapolis during the period following the murder of George Floyd. Earlier in the day Minneapolis city officials along with The Agape Movement coordinated to open the streets that had been closed at George Floyd Square since his murder.

Police stand near a burning dumpster at Lake Street and Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis at night during protests — Burning dumpsters are visible at the intersection of Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis on June 5, 2021. This occurred during protests following the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith on June 3. The protests, which took place in the Uptown neighborhood, saw unrest and property damage, including fires set in public trash receptacles. On June 3, 2021, members of a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive task force fatally shot 32-year-old Winston “Boogie” Smith Jr. on the top level of a parking ramp in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood while attempting to arrest him on a felony warrant. Authorities said Smith fired a handgun from inside his vehicle during the encounter, while family members and activists questioned the official account and demanded the release of additional evidence. The killing led to weeks of protests, street occupations, and confrontations with police in Uptown, becoming another major flashpoint in Minneapolis during the period following the murder of George Floyd. Earlier in the day Minneapolis city officials along with The Agape Movement coordinated to open the streets that had been closed at George Floyd Square since his murder.

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