Girard Ave

19 photos · 2021–2026

19 photographs tagged Girard Ave, 2021–2026.

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.

Candles at Winston Smith memorial September 2021 — A vigil is held on Girard Avenue in Minneapolis for Winston Smith, who was killed by law enforcement three months prior. The memorial includes lit candles and a sign reading "WE WILL NEVER STOP DEMANDING ANSWERS WINSTON SMITH." 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.

3 Months No Answers on Lake Street Winston Smith — A vigil was held on Girard Avenue in Minneapolis to mark the three-month anniversary of the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith. 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.

Seven Points ramp with bright security lights — The Seven Points parking ramp in Uptown Minneapolis remains blocked off following protests that occurred following the killings of Winston Smith and Deona Marie. 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. On June 13, 2021, 31-year-old Deona Marie Knajdek was killed when a driver accelerated into a group of demonstrators gathered in Minneapolis’ Uptown neighborhood during ongoing protests over the killing of Winston “Boogie” Smith Jr. Protesters had blocked the intersection of West Lake Street and Girard Avenue with vehicles and barricades when Nicholas Kraus drove a Jeep Cherokee into the crowd at high speed, killing Knajdek and injuring several others. Kraus was later charged with second-degree murder, two counts of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, and criminal vehicular operation. In 2023, he pleaded guilty to murder and assault charges and was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for the attack.

Security fencing and wrap around Seven Points Mall ramp — Security fencing surrounds the Seven Points Mall parking garage at the intersection of Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis. The increased security measures were in place the day before the county attorney announced that no charges would be filed against officers involved in the June 3, 2021, shooting death of Winston Smith. The officers were part of a federal task force serving a warrant at the time of the incident. The area has been a site of protests and unrest, particularly following Smith's death and the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020.

Minneapolis Police parked outside Seven Points Mall ramp — A Minneapolis Police squad car is parked near the Lake & Girard parking ramp on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis. The area was the site of protests and unrest following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, and the "MinneapolisUprising" saw significant activity in this neighborhood. Graffiti visible on the building, including "Prosecute" and "Kops Out," reflects the sentiments expressed during that period. The "LIBERTINE" sign indicates a business in the vicinity, and the presence of a parking ramp highlights the urban infrastructure of the area.

Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis at night, lined with neon signs and storefronts along a wet roadway. — Lake Street is the main commercial strip through Uptown Minneapolis, running west from the Chain of Lakes toward the Mississippi River. This stretch, near Girard Avenue, holds a mix of shops, bars, and restaurants, including the smoke shop and Tenka ramen storefronts.

Fresh snow outside fenced in Seven Points Mall — Fresh snow covers the ground and a chain-link fence surrounds the Seven Points Mall parking ramp on Girard Avenue and Lake Street in Minneapolis. The area was fenced off following protests that occurred after the law enforcement killing of Winston Smith on June 3rd, 2021. The Seven Points Mall, a significant commercial and community hub, has been a focal point for activism and unrest, reflecting broader social issues within the urban environment.

Parking garage with graffiti in Uptown Minneapolis 161 — Graffiti memorializing Deona Marie is visible on a parking garage along Lake Street in Minneapolis. The area had been a site of protests following the June 2021 killing of Winston Smith by a federal task force. Ten days after Smith's death, Deona Marie was killed when a vehicle drove through protest barricades on Lake Street.

Bird Scooter on Girard in Uptown Minneapolis — A Bird scooter is parked at a bike rack on Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis during the winter of 2022.

Cyclebar fitness studio storefront with neon signage on Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — Cyclebar operates a fitness studio on Girard Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis, offering indoor cycling classes set to music and coordinated lighting. The franchise brand launched in 2004 and has since expanded to hundreds of locations across the United States. Uptown's commercial strip along Girard and nearby Hennepin Avenue has long drawn a mix of retail, dining, and fitness businesses serving the surrounding residential blocks.

McDonalds on Hennepin Ave as seen from Girard in Uptown Minneapolis — McDonalds on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis in August 2023.

Rumba nightclub at Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis at night with detour signs nearby — Rumba, a nightclub located at the corner of Lake Street and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis's Uptown neighborhood, is seen here at night in October 2023.

Crowd of people gathered on an illuminated rooftop at Uptown Ties nightclub in Minneapolis. — The rooftop of Uptown Ties, a nightclub on Lagoon Ave in Uptown Minneapolis.

Pedestrian bridge spans the Midtown Greenway bike trail at night in Minneapolis with red cyclist lights below. — The Midtown Greenway pedestrian bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is illuminated at night, with red tail lights from cyclists marking the path below. This corridor, originally a railroad line established in the early 20th century, was transformed into a protected bike and pedestrian route in the early 2000s.

Crowded rooftop bar at KISS in Uptown Minneapolis at night. — The rooftop at KISS Rooftop & Lounge at Lagoon Avenue and Girard Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis on June 21, 2025.

Minneapolis Lake Street Food Vendor in June 2026 — Food vendor on Lake Street and Girard Ave in Uptown Minneapolis in June 2026.

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