Brooklyn Center Police and National Guard Respond to Protest
April 2021
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Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
National Guard Deploys Outside Brooklyn Center Police Station
April 2021
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Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Protesters at FBI Minneapolis Field Office for Daunte Wright
April 2021
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Protesters on top of the FBI Minneapolis Field Office during a march protesting the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Brooklyn Center Protest: No Justice No Streets
April 2021
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The community protests outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department after the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Protestors Gather Outside Brooklyn Center Police Station
April 2021
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Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Protesters with hands raised outside Brooklyn Center Police Department
April 2021
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The community protests outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department after the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Brooklyn Center protest: tear gas deployed near police station
April 2021
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Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Brooklyn Center: Supplies for protesters near Sterling Square Apartments
April 2021
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Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Brooklyn Center Police and Sheriff officers at fence during protest
April 2021
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Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Protesters and tactical law enforcement vehicles
April 2021
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Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.
Daunte Wright Memorial Candles in Brooklyn Center
April 2021
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Candles at the Daunte Wright Memorial on April 14, 2021.
Daunte Wright Memorial at Kathrene Drive, Brooklyn Center
April 2021
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A memorial for Daunte Wright stands where he died. The wooden fist sculpture was the original fist from George Floyd Square.
Brooklyn Center Police Station Secured with Fencing and National Guard
April 2021
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April 15, 2021 - Brooklyn Center, Minn. — Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020.
Heavily fortified Brooklyn Center Police Station
April 2021
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Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020. Air fresheners hang from fencing signifying reports that Wright was pulled over for having an air freshener hanging from his mirror.
Candlelight Vigil for Daunte Wright at Brooklyn Center PD
April 2021
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Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020.
Protesters with umbrellas at Brooklyn Center Police Department
April 2021
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Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020.
Anoka County Sheriff at Daunte Wright Protest, Brooklyn Center
April 2021
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Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020.
Protester holds sign for murder charges against Kim Potter in Brooklyn Center
April 2021
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A protester holds up a sign outside the Hennepin County Government Center asking for murder charges against Kim Potter.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd and Daunte Wright
April 2021
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Demonstrators outside of the Hennepin County Government center preparing to march the day before the verdict was read in the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Jesse Jackson arrives at Hennepin County Courthouse during Chauvin trial
April 2021
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Rev. Jesse Jackson arrives at the Hennepin County Courthouse just prior to a verdict being read in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.
Minneapolis: Crowd Gathers at Hennepin County Government Center for Chauvin Verdict
April 2021
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A crowd gathers outside the Hennepin County Government Center after notice being given that a verdict in the Derek Chauvin murder trial would be read within 2 hours. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.
Brandyn Tulloch speaks at Hennepin County Government Center
April 2021
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Brandyn Tulloch talks to the crowd gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center after notice being given that a verdict in the Derek Chauvin murder trial would be read within 2 hours. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th, 2020 death of George Floyd.
National Guard at Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
April 2021
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National Guard Members stand outside the Hennepin County Government Center on the day a verdict was announced in the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Minneapolis: Black Lives Matter flag at Chauvin verdict protest
April 2021
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April 20, 2021 - Minneapolis -- A crowd gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center celebrate the guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin was found guilty on all 3 counts.
George Floyd Family Leaves Hennepin County Courthouse After Verdict
April 2021
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April 20, 2021 - Minneapolis —The Family of George Floyd leaves the Hennepin County Government Center after Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all charges in the death of George Floyd.
George Floyd’s family leaves Hennepin County Courthouse after verdict
April 2021
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Roxie Washington, the mother of George Floyd’s daughter Gianni, leave the Hennepin County Government Center after Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all charges in the death of George Floyd.
Minneapolis: Crowd Celebrates Derek Chauvin Verdict at Government Center
April 2021
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A crowd gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center celebrates the guilty verdict in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin was found guilty on all 3 counts.
Minneapolis: Fist raised after Chauvin conviction at Hennepin County Center
April 2021
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The crowd gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center celebrates after Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all charges in the death of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Courthouse Crowd After Derek Chauvin Verdict
April 2021
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Crowd gathering outside the courthouse on April 21, 2021 after the jury convicts Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis: US Bank Plaza boarded during Chauvin Trial aftermath
April 2021
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Boards on buildings across from the Hennepin County Government Center began coming down 3 days after the verdict in the Derek Chauvin Murder trial was reached.
Hennepin County Public Safety Facility with Security Fencing, Minneapolis
June 2021
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The Hennepin County Public Safety Facility which houses the county jail in downtown Minneapolis. Security fencing around the facility was installed prior to the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Hennepin County Sheriff points gun at vehicle during protests
June 2021
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Hennepin County Sheriff officer points his weapon at someone inside a vehicle near Winston Smith protests. Smith was killed by law enforcement days earlier.
Minneapolis Sheriff’s van on Girard Ave during Winston Smith protests
June 2021
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Police on Girard Avenue inside a white van during Winston Smith protests. Smith was shot and killed by law enforcement on June 3rd.
Police on Lake Street during Winston Smith protest in Uptown
June 2021
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Heavy law enforcement presence on Lake Street where protesters have been gathering since the June 3rd shooting death of Winston Smith.
Smith was killed by a Federal Task Force on top of the Seven Points parking ramp. Officials have said task force members from Hennepin and Ramsey County fired their weapons.
Hennepin County Sheriff and Minneapolis Police on Lake Street
June 2021
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Hennepin County Sheriff Officers along with Minneapolis Police respond to protests at Lake Street and Girard Avenue.
Protesters have been gathering in the area for days following the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith at Seven Points parking ramp.
Minneapolis: Car crashes into protest barricade near Stella’s Fish Cafe
June 2021
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The wreckage of the vehicle driven by Nicholas Kraus and the car he ran into. Kraus drove into vehicles used as a barricade for those protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith 10 days prior.
Minneapolis: Nicholas Kraus vehicle strikes protest barricade
June 2021
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Law enforcement on the scene of the crash caused by Nicholas Kraus who drove his vehicle into cars used as barricades to protect those protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith 10 days earlier.
Law Enforcement Responds to Protests in Uptown Minneapolis
June 2021
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Law enforcement from multiple agencies move in to clear out protesterts who have continued to gather in the area 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: Law enforcement clears protest site on Lake Street
June 2021
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Renters look down as law enforcement arrives to move out protesters who have been gathered in the area 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.
Minneapolis Police Clear Deona Marie Memorial Site at Sunset
June 2021
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Police outside the Deona Marie Memorial clearing out protesters who had been gathered since the June 3rd Winston Smith killing and June 13th Deona Marie killing.
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.
Police presence at Uptown Minneapolis protest zone, Lake Street
June 2021
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Police outside the street barricades on Lake Street. Protesters had been holding space 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 Clear Winston Smith Memorial Garden on Lake Street
June 2021
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Law enforcement from multiple agencies respond to protesters who had been gathered since June 3rd protesting the killing of Winston Smith and the June 13th killing of 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.
Hennepin Sheriff Officers on Girard Ave, Minneapolis
June 2021
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Hennepin County Sheriff Officers on Girard Ave while authorities remove protester street barricades. The area has been a place of protest 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.
Hennepin County Jail Security Fencing, Minneapolis
November 2021
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Security fencing around the county jail in downtown Minneapolis prior to the Kim Potter trial. Potter is accused of killing Daunte Wright.
Hennepin County Government Center, 300 South 6th Street, Minneapolis
November 2021
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Kim Potter Trial Protest Signs at Hennepin County Government Center
November 2021
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As the 1st juror is selected on day one of the Potter trial, a small group of community activists and protesters are outside the Hennepin County Government Center with large air fresheners in the grass. A prosecutor previously said officers noticed an air freshener hanging from mirror.
Candles at Hennepin County Government Center for Daunte Wright Trial
December 2021
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Candles in a shape of a heart outside the courthouse where jury selection has begun in the Kim Potter trial. Potter is charged in the April 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.
Protest at Hennepin County Government Center for Daunte Wright
December 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis as the first day of the Kim Potter manslaughter trial ends. Potter is on trial for the April 11, 2021 shooting death of 20-year old Daunte Wright in Brooklyn Center, Minn.
Minneapolis: Protest Sign Outside Hennepin County Courthouse During Kim Potter Trial
December 2021
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Outside the courthouse while the jury deliberates in the Kim Potter trial.
Sign reading “Where there is no accountability there will be no responsibility. Convict Potter”.
CourtTV Vans Outside Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
December 2021
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CourtTV vans outside the Hennepin County Government Center where Kim Potter is on trial for her involvement in the killing of Daunte Wright.
Justice for Daunte Wright signs at Hennepin County Government Center
December 2021
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Justice for Daunte Wright signs outside the Hennepin County Government Center where Kim Potter is being tried for her involvement in his killing.
Minneapolis: “Guilty” message in snow outside Hennepin County Courthouse
December 2021
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Protesters, activists and members of the Wright family gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center as the interior lights shut off for the third night in a row without a verdict. The sequestered jurors have now been deliberating in the Potter case for 24 hours.
Protesters at Hennepin County Government Center for Kim Potter Trial
December 2021
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Protesters, activists and members of the Wright family gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center as the interior lights shut off for the third night in a row without a verdict. The sequestered jurors have now been deliberating in the Potter case for 24 hours.
Daunte Wright Protest at Hennepin County Government Center
December 2021
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Protesters, activists and members of the Wright family gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center as the interior lights shut off for the third night in a row without a verdict. The sequestered jurors have now been deliberating in the Potter case for 24 hours.
Protestors outside Hennepin County Government Center during Kim Potter trial
December 2021
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Reaction outside the courthouse where former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter was found guilty on all manslaughter charges in the April 11, 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.
Protestors and media outside Hennepin County Government Center for Kim Potter verdict
December 2021
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Reaction outside the courthouse where former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter was found guilty on all manslaughter charges in the April 11, 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.
Reaction outside Hennepin County Government Center after Kim Potter verdict
December 2021
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Reaction outside the courthouse where former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter was found guilty on all manslaughter charges in the April 11, 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.
Protester outside Hennepin County Courthouse after Kim Potter verdict
December 2021
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Reaction outside the courthouse where former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter was found guilty on all manslaughter charges in the April 11, 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.
Deborah Watts outside Hennepin County Courthouse after Kim Potter verdict
December 2021
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Emmett Till's cousin Deborah Watts outside the courthouse as the jury finds former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter guilty on all counts of manslaughter in the death of Daunte Wright.
Courteney Ross reacts to Kim Potter guilty verdict outside Hennepin County Courthouse
December 2021
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George Floyd's girlfriend Courteney Ross reacts along with activists outside the courthouse as the jury finds former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter guilty on all counts of manslaughter in the death of Daunte Wright.
Daunte Wright family outside Hennepin County Government Center after Potter verdict
December 2021
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Reaction outside the courthouse where former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter was found guilty on all manslaughter charges in the April 11, 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.
Protestors outside Hennepin County Courthouse after Kim Potter verdict
December 2021
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Reaction outside the courthouse where former Brooklyn Center Police Officer Kim Potter was found guilty on all manslaughter charges in the April 11, 2021 shooting death of Daunte Wright.
Ramsey County Downtown Service Center, George Floyd Trial
January 2022
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Fencing around the Ramsey County Downtown Service Center the night before opening statements in the federal trial of officers accused of violating George Floyd's civil rights.
Daunte Wright Family at Hennepin County Courthouse Sentencing
February 2022
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Daunte Wright's family and supporters gathered outside the Hennepin County Courthouse in Minneapolis following the sentencing of former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter. Potter was convicted of first-degree manslaughter for the 2021 shooting death of Wright. The family expressed outrage at the sentence, with one member stating, “she’s gonna do a year and a half,” and calling the outcome “the epitome of corruption, the epitome of disrespect.” The Hennepin County Government Center, which houses the courthouse, serves as the primary judicial center for the county, a key governmental structure in the region.
Toshira Garraway speaks at Hennepin County Government Center rally
April 2022
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Activists speak outside the courthouse following the announcement of no charges against officers involved in the February 2nd shooting death of Amir Locke.
Saraswati Singh at George Floyd Square Public Safety Forum
August 2022
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Saraswati Singh, a candidate for Hennepin County Attorney at George Floyd Square for a "Community Conversation - Let's talk about public safety". The panel included other candidates as well as the interim Chief of Police.
Ryan Winkler at George Floyd Square Public Safety Talk
August 2022
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Ryan Winkler, a candidate for Hennepin County Attorney at George Floyd Square for a "Community Conversation - Let's talk about public safety". The panel included other candidates as well as the interim Chief of Police.
Interim Police Chief Huffman at George Floyd Square
August 2022
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Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Huffman arrives at George Floyd Square for a "Community Conversation" on public safety. The forum was also attended by Hennepin County Attorney candidates.
Hennepin County Sheriff’s Officers with Rifles, Target Field Security
August 2022
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Hennepin County Sheriff's Department outside Target Field with rifles.
Hennepin County Public Safety Facility, Minneapolis, April 2023
April 2023
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The Hennepin County Public Safety Facility in Downtown Minneapolis behind security fencing.
Minneapolis Rally for Ricky Cobb II Outside Government Center
August 2023
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Activists outside the Hennepin County Government Center asking Hennepin Attorney Mary Moriarty to charge Trooper Ryan Londregan, identified by BCA, in the homicide of Ricky Cobb. Toussaint Morrison who says he's had many past conversations with Moriarty and worked on her campaign videos says “Mary do the right thing!”.
Toussaint Morrison speaks at Ricky Cobb protest in Minneapolis
August 2023
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Activists outside the Hennepin County Government Center asking Hennepin Attorney Mary Moriarty to charge Trooper Ryan Londregan, identified by BCA, in the homicide of Ricky Cobb. Toussaint Morrison who says he's had many past conversations with Moriarty and worked on her campaign videos says “Mary do the right thing!”.
Elizer Darris speaks at rally for Ricky Cobb II outside Hennepin County Center
August 2023
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Elizer Darris speaks at a rally outside the Hennepin County Government Center asking for County Attorney to charge Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan in the death of Ricky Cobb II. Cobb was shot and killed during a traffic stop on July 31.
Minneapolis Protest: “All Cops Are Derek Chauvin” Sign
August 2023
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A protester at a rally outside the Hennepin County Courthouse with a sign that reads “All Crops Are Derek Chauvin”. Those at the rally are asking for Hennepin Attorney Mary Moriarty to charge the Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan in the killing of Ricky Cobb II. Cobb was killed on July 31 after being shot during a traffic stop.
Hennepin County Jail Installs New Fencing, Downtown Minneapolis
October 2023
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Crime victim and the families of held a rally at the gov center today. Sharing stories of frustration with the leniency and in some cases the lack of any charges by County Attorney Mary Moriarty. Across the street permanent fencing was being installed around the county jail.
Minneapolis Protest: “Cleaning Up” and Recalling Moriarty
October 2023
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Crime victims and the families of held a rally titled “Rally for Justice” at the Hennepin County Government Center this afternoon. Sharing stories of frustration with the leniency and in some cases the lack of any charges by County Attorney Mary Moriarty.
Ryan Londregan Hearing Supporters, Hennepin County Center
April 2024
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Accused murderer and Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan arrived to court this morning to a thunderous applause from hundreds who seemed to have arrived in private buses/vans lining the street. He's accused of killing Ricky Cobb II during a Minneapolis traffic stop last July.
State Trooper Ryan Londregan, Hennepin County Government Center
April 2024
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Accused murderer and Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan arrived to court this morning to a thunderous applause from hundreds who seemed to have arrived in private buses/vans lining the street. He's accused of killing Ricky Cobb II during a Minneapolis traffic stop last July.
Buses and Vans Outside Hennepin County Government Center
April 2024
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Accused murderer and Minnesota State Trooper Ryan Londregan arrived to court this morning to a thunderous applause from hundreds who seemed to have arrived in private buses/vans lining the street. He's accused of killing Ricky Cobb II during a Minneapolis traffic stop last July.
Hennepin County Government Center Atrium
May 2024
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The atrium inside the Hennepin County Government Center in downtown Minneapolis.
No Tobacco or Cannabis Sign, Hennepin County Library
August 2025
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A "no tobacco or cannabis use Anywhere on property" sign at a Hennepin County Library.
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