Minneapolis Mayor

57 photos · 2020–2026

57 photographs tagged Minneapolis Mayor, 2020–2026.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks to participants at an Oromo community march in Northeast Minneapolis on July 10, 2020.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey addresses participants at an Oromo march in Northeast Minneapolis on July 10, 2020. This march, part of a series of protests in Minneapolis during the summer of 2020, highlighted Oromo community concerns and broader calls for social justice. The Oromo community in Minneapolis is one of the largest outside of Ethiopia.

Jacob Frey Speaks to the Crowd at Oromo March in Northeast Minneapolis

Protesters gather around a large banner reading "EVICTION NOTICE JACOB FREY SIGNED BY THE PEOPLE" during a housing demonstration
A banner reading "EVICTION NOTICE JACOB FREY SIGNED BY THE PEOPLE" was laid on the sidewalk outside Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's home in Northeast Minneapolis. The demonstration called attention to the city's handling of homelessness and encampment policy under Frey's administration. One protester carried a sign reading "NO EVICTIONS ON STOLEN LAND," tying the housing dispute to broader arguments about Indigenous land rights.

“Eviction Notice” Banner Outside Mayor Jacob Frey’s Home

Pedestrians and diners gather on a Northeast Minneapolis street during a housing protest on Hennepin Avenue.
This demonstration over housing and homelessness passed along Hennepin Avenue near Bishops Barbershop, a stretch of Northeast Minneapolis lined with restaurants and retail storefronts. The march took place on November 2, 2020, the night before the U.S. presidential election, as organizers pressed Mayor Jacob Frey's administration on the city's rising number of unsheltered residents. Patio heaters and outdoor seating along the block reflect Minneapolis restaurants' pandemic-era shift to expanded outdoor dining, a practice the city fast-tracked through temporary permitting that year.

Housing Protest Passes Bishops Barbershop on Hennepin Avenue

Protest sign reading "Bye Bye Mayor Frey Evicted" held outside Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's residence.
Jacob Frey has served as mayor of Minneapolis since 2018, following an earlier term on the city council representing the city's Third Ward. His administration drew sustained criticism over its handling of homelessness and encampment closures, as well as its response to policing after the killing of George Floyd in 2020. Protesters gathered outside his residence to demand his resignation, part of a wider pattern of demonstrations that targeted his home throughout that period. The sign's reference to "BLM, NLM, ULM, Justice" points to overlapping coalitions — Black Lives Matter, Native Lives Matter, and allied justice groups — that organized jointly in Minneapolis during 2020.

“Bye, Bye Mayor Frey” Sign at Northeast Minneapolis Protest

Graffiti reading “Fuck Walz + Frey” and “No Line 3” on a Midtown Greenway wall in Minneapolis
Graffiti on a concrete wall beneath a bridge along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis reads “Fuck Walz + Frey” and “No Line 3.” The text refers to opposition to the Line 3 pipeline project and criticism of Minnesota officials.

Graffiti on Midtown Greenway Wall, Minneapolis

Who's running for mayor newspaper
A discarded newspaper, featuring an article about the Minneapolis mayoral race, lies in the snow outside the Hennepin County Government Center. The article, titled "Who's running for Mayor of Minneapolis?", highlights the candidates and the political landscape of the city.

Wet Newspaper on Snow: Minneapolis Mayoral Race

Minnesota politicians at George Floyd rally
Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, attended a George Floyd Remembrance Rally at the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis. The rally marked an anniversary of Floyd's murder, which occurred on May 25, 2020, in Minneapolis. His death, captured on video, sparked widespread protests against racial injustice and police brutality across the United States and globally.

Minnesota Officials Attend George Floyd Rally at Government Center

Political sticker affixed to Martin Olav Sabo Bridge criticizing Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's handling of a Frey's restaurant incident.
A sticker mentioning Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey seen on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in Minneapolis.

“No Lie’s Too Large” Jacob Frey Sticker on a Minneapolis Railing

Moon Palace Books Jacob Must Go sign
The "Jacob Must Go!" poster visible in the pickup window of Moon Palace Books in South Minneapolis. Moon Palace Books is an independent bookstore known for its community engagement and support of local artists and authors. Jacob refers to Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.

Moon Palace Books Pickup Window, South Minneapolis

We Must Love and Support One Another graffiti
A "Don't Rank Frey" sticker and handwritten messages are visible on a pole outside the Seven Points Mall parking garage on Lake Street in Minneapolis. The messages commemorate Winston Smith, who was killed by law enforcement in June 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.

Minneapolis: ‘Don’t Rank Frey’ sticker and message on Lake Street

Frey and Walz are Cowards protest sign
A protest sign in Uptown Minneapolis reads "Frey and Walz Are Cowards." This message is directed at Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, likely referencing their responses to protests and civil unrest. The sign's placement in Uptown, a neighborhood that experienced significant activity during the 2020 Minneapolis uprising, underscores the political climate of the time. The graffiti on the adjacent wall, including references to "Smith," likely alludes to Winston Smith, whose death in police custody in 2021 was a catalyst for renewed protests in the city.

Uptown Minneapolis Protest Sign: Frey and Walz Are Cowards

Jacob Frey Yard Sign at Open Streets Lyndale
A Jacob Frey for Mayor of Minneapolis yard sign is displayed alongside a "No Justice No Peace" sign in Minneapolis. The "No Justice No Peace" slogan became prominent during protests and social justice movements, reflecting a demand for systemic change. The presence of both signs during the Open Streets Lyndale Avenue event suggests a complex political and social climate in the city. Jacob Frey was elected Mayor of Minneapolis in 2017 and re-elected in 2021.

Jacob Frey Yard Sign and “No Justice No Peace” Sign, Minneapolis

Campaign mailer for Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey featuring him speaking beside a uniformed police officer.
Jacob Frey has served as mayor of Minneapolis since 2018, winning a second term in the November 2021 election. This campaign mailer pairs his image with a uniformed Minneapolis police officer and the message "We need real reform and safer neighborhoods. Keep Mayor Frey working for us." Frey's re-election bid came roughly 18 months after the killing of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, an event that pushed policing policy to the center of the city's politics. Minneapolis voters that same November also rejected a ballot measure that would have replaced the police department with a new Department of Public Safety, leaving Frey's more incremental reform platform intact.

Jacob Frey Campaign Mailer on Policing, Minneapolis

Sheila Nezhad and Kate Knuth for Mayor Yard Signs
Yard signs for mayoral candidates Sheila Nezhad and Kate Knuth are displayed together in a South Minneapolis yard, just two days before the election. Both signs feature "Don't Rank Frey" stickers, a reference to the incumbent Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey. This campaign messaging indicates a strategy to challenge Frey's re-election through a ranked-choice voting system, where voters rank candidates in order of preference.

Minneapolis Mayor Campaign Signs for Nezhad and Knuth

Dont rank jacob frey yard sign in Minneapolis
Yard signs in Minneapolis reflect the political climate during an election cycle. One sign urges voters to "Don't Rank Jacob Frey," indicating opposition to the incumbent mayor and a potential shift in the city's leadership. The sign also presents three ballot questions: "NO TO A MAYORAL POWER GRAB," "YES TO A PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT," and "YES TO STRONG PROTECTIONS FOR RENTERS." These propositions suggest a public debate around the structure of city government, public safety, and housing policy. Additionally, signs for Londel French and Risa Hustad, candidates for Park Board at Large, are visible, highlighting local electoral contests.

Minneapolis Yard Signs: “Don’t Rank Jacob Frey” & Candidates

Mayor Jacob Frey at election party after he wins reelection
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey attends a re-election victory celebration near downtown Minneapolis. He was declared the winner of the election the following day with 49% of the vote. The election took place in November 2021, a period marked by ongoing discussions about public safety and governance in Minneapolis, following the events of 2020. Frey's victory secured him a second term leading the city.

Jacob Frey re-election victory celebration in Minneapolis

Minneapolis Jacob Frey hugs supporter at election night party
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey embraces a supporter at his re-election party, held near downtown Minneapolis. The event took place following the November 2021 election, where Frey secured a second term. His victory came amidst a period of significant civic engagement and political discourse in the city, following the 2020 Minneapolis uprising.

Mayor Jacob Frey at Minneapolis re-election party

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks to supporters
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks to supporters at his re-election party on November 5, 2019. This victory secured his second term leading the city. The event took place in Minneapolis, a significant hub for commerce and culture in the Upper Midwest. Frey's re-election occurred during a period of considerable civic engagement and public discourse within the city.

Jacob Frey Re-election Party, Minneapolis, 2019

Protest sign in downtown Minneapolis calling for Mayor Jacob Frey to resign after Amir Locke's killing.
A protest sign in Downtown Minneapolis calls for Mayor Jacob Frey to resign following the police shooting death of Amir Locke. The sign, displayed during a march, demands accountability and criticizes the mayor's response to the incident. Amir Locke was killed on February 2, 2022, during a no-knock warrant execution by the Minneapolis Police Department.

Minneapolis Protest Sign Demands Mayor Frey Resign After Amir Locke Shooting

Protesters gather in the rotunda of Minneapolis City Hall to file ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey following Amir Locke's death.
Protesters gathered inside Minneapolis City Hall to deliver ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey, following the police shooting death of Amir Locke on February 2, 2022. Complaints followed the no knock warrant that lead to his killing.

Protesters Deliver Ethics Complaints at Minneapolis City Hall Over Amir Locke

Chicago and E 38th St sign at a protest inside Minneapolis City Hall.
Protesters gathered at Minneapolis City Hall on February 2, 2022, to protest the police shooting death of Amir Locke. The sign, reading "Chicago & E 38th St," references the intersection where Goerge Floyd was killed by Minneapolis Police in May 2020. Protesters delivered ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey to the city attorney's office.

Minneapolis City Hall Protest: Chicago & E 38th St Sign

Protester holding an “End state sanctioned violence” sign at Minneapolis City Hall protest.
Protesters gathered at Minneapolis City Hall on February 2, 2022, to protest the police shooting death of Amir Locke. The group delivered ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey to the city attorney's office, citing the incident and vowing further action.

Minneapolis City Hall Protest: End State Violence

Jeanelle Austin speaks at an Amir Locke protest inside Minneapolis City Hall.
Jeanelle Austin speaks at a protest outside Minneapolis City Hall on February 2, 2022, following the police shooting death of Amir Locke. Attendees gathered to advocate for justice and deliver ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey, citing concerns over his handling of the incident and police conduct.

Jeanelle Austin speaks at Minneapolis City Hall, Amir Locke Protest

Protesters with a “FREY LIED” banner at Minneapolis City Hall during an Amir Locke protest.
Protesters gathered on the steps of Minneapolis City Hall to protest the police shooting death of Amir Locke. A large banner reading "FREY LIED" was displayed, referencing Mayor Jacob Frey and his previous statements on banning the use of no knock warrants. Demonstrators held signs with "JUSTICE for Amir Locke" and presented ethics complaints against the mayor to the city attorney's office. The event occurred following the February 2, 2022, shooting of Locke by Minneapolis Police officers during a no-knock warrant execution.

Frey Lied sign at Amir Locke Protest

Protester with a Justice for Amir Locke sign at Minneapolis City Hall.
Minneapolis residents gathered at City Hall on February 4, 2022, to protest the police shooting death of Amir Locke. Demonstrators delivered ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey to the city attorney's office, citing the incident. The "Justice for Amir Locke" sign held by a protester reflects the ongoing calls for accountability and justice following the event.

Justice for Amir Locke at Minneapolis City Hall

Protesters hold "Justice for Amir Locke" signs at Minneapolis City Hall steps during February 2022 demonstration.
Protesters gathered at Minneapolis City Hall to deliver ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey following the police shooting death of Amir Locke on February 2, 2022. The protesters, holding signs that read "Justice for Amir Locke," stated that more complaints would follow.

“Justice for Amir Locke” Rally at Minneapolis City Hall

Protesters holding "Justice for Amir Locke" signs gather at Minneapolis City Hall to file ethics complaints.
Protesters gathered at Minneapolis City Hall to file ethics complaints against Mayor Jacob Frey. The complaints are in response to the fatal shooting of Amir Locke by Minneapolis police on February 2, 2022.

Amir Locke Supporters at City Attorney’s Office, Minneapolis City Hall

Protesters holding "Justice for Amir Locke" signs gather inside Minneapolis City Hall demanding accountability for his police
Protesters gathered inside Minneapolis City Hall on February 2, 2022, to demand justice for Amir Locke, who was killed by police earlier that day.. Participants delivered ethics complaints to the city attorney's office, targeting the Minneapolis Police Department's actions and Mayor Jacob Frey. The event underscored public outcry and calls for accountability following the fatal shooting.

Amir Locke Protesters Fill City Hall Hallway, Minneapolis

Protest banner over I-94 in Minneapolis criticizing Mayor Jacob Frey on Valentine's Day.
A banner protesting Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey hangs from a pedestrian bridge over Interstate 94 on Valentine's Day. The banner reads "DONE WITH YOUR LIES" and "#BreakUpWithJacob," featuring a broken heart symbol and "MPLS" and "FREY."

Minneapolis: Banner on I-94 Bridge Protests Mayor Frey

Protester holding a "Frey Lied, Amir Died" sign outside the Minneapolis mayor's home.
Protesters gathered outside the Minneapolis Mayor's home, holding signs that read "Frey Lied, Amir Died." This protest was in response to the death of Amir Locke, who was killed during a police raid in February 2022. The sign also references "Banning the Use of No-Knock Warrants in the City of Minneapolis," an action taken by Mayor Jacob Frey's administration in response to public outcry following Locke's death.

Minneapolis Protest: Frey Lied, Amir Died Sign

Soo Line Community Garden on Midtown Greenway
The Soo Line Community Garden sign on the Midtown Greenway pictured in March 2022.

Soo Line Community Garden on Midtown Greenway

"Weak Mayor" and "Don't Rank Frey" stickers affixed to a railing in Minneapolis criticizing Mayor Jacob Frey.
Stickers critical of Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey are affixed to a railing. One sticker reads "WEAK MAYOR" with the website "WEAKMAYOR.COM" below it, while a circular sticker states "DON'T RANK FREY FOR A NICER MINNEAPOLIS."

“Weak Mayor” and “Don’t Rank Frey” Stickers on a Railing

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Floyd family at George Floyd Square
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey met with Angela Harrelson, the aunt of George Floyd, and Minneapolis City Council President Andrea Jenkins at George Floyd Square on the 2nd anniversary of George Floyd's murder.

Mayor Jacob Frey at George Floyd Square with Angela Harrelson

Mayor Jacob Frey and Agape at George Floyd Square
Mayor Jacob Frey visits George Floyd Square in Minneapolis in May 2022, engaging with members of The Agape Movement. The square, established at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, became a focal point for protests and activism following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The protest sign visible reads "Honor the Dead, Fight for the Living, Abolish Policing".

Mayor Frey at George Floyd Square with Agape Movement

Jacob Frey speaks on George Floyd Day at City Hall
Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis stands at a podium in Minneapolis City Hall, proclaiming it George Floyd Day on what would have been Floyd’s 49th birthday. The proclamation occurred in the aftermath of the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed George Floyd's murder in May 2020.

Mayor Jacob Frey at Minneapolis City Hall for George Floyd Day

George Floyd's family and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey stands with members of George Floyd's family, including Terrence Floyd, Paris Stevens, and Angela Harrelson, at Minneapolis City Hall. The group holds proclamations declaring "George Floyd Day" in the city, marking what would have been Floyd's 49th birthday. This event honors the memory of George Floyd, whose death in police custody in 2020 sparked widespread protests and a global reckoning on racial justice and police brutality.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey with George Floyd’s Family on George Floyd Day

No Justice No Streets protest sign at City Hall
During a protest at Minneapolis City Hall, a demonstrator holds a sign reading “No Justice No Streets.” The sign also features street names, including E 38th St and Chicago Ave, referencing locations significant to the George Floyd movement. This event occurred as Mayor Jacob Frey proclaimed it George Floyd Day, marking what would have been Floyd's 49th birthday.

Minneapolis City Hall Protest: “No Justice No Streets” Sign

Attorney General Merrick Garland with Jacob Frey
United States Attorney General Merrick Garland announced findings from the Department of Justice's investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department on June 16, 2023. The investigation was initiated following the murder of George Floyd. Garland's announcement detailed systemic issues within the department, including discriminatory policing and excessive force. The findings aimed to provide a path toward reform and accountability for the Minneapolis Police Department.

Garland Announces Findings on Minneapolis Police Investigation

US Attorney General  Merrick Garland  and Jacob Frey
United States Attorney General speaks on it's findings from their investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department on June 16, 2023. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey in the background.

US Attorney General Merrick Garland and Jacob Frey

Jacob Frey speaks with Attorney General Merrick Garland watching
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks at a press conference on June 16, 2023, alongside Attorney General Merrick Garland. The conference announced the findings of the Department of Justice's investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department. This investigation was initiated following the murder of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey at DOJ press conference on police investigation

Protest sticker at George Floyd Square depicting Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as a clown with text criticizing his policies.
A protest sticker depicting Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey as a clown is displayed at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. The sticker, featuring the phrases "Don't Rank Frey" and "We deserve better than this clown," shows public opposition to the mayor, specifically referencing concerns about his policies regarding poverty and the police union.

“Don’t Rank Frey” Sticker at George Floyd Square

A protest flyer affixed to a street pole in Minneapolis calls on Mayor Jacob Frey to sell the Roof Depot site to the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute.
A protest flyer, displayed in Minneapolis, calls on residents to contact Mayor Jacob Frey concerning the future of the Roof Depot site. The flyer urges the mayor to sell the property to the East Phillips Neighborhood Institute (EPNI), referencing a $10.2 million offer submitted on June 27th.

“Mpls Deserves Better” Flyer Pushes Roof Depot Sale to EPNI

Jacob Frey speaks with reporters in downtown Minneapolis on Election Night 2025.
Jacob Frey speaks with reporters at his election night gathering at Jefe Urban Cocina in Minneapolis following the closure of polls on November 4, 2025. The event brought supporters together after voting concluded, as results from the municipal election began to be reported across the city.

Jacob Frey Wears “I Voted” Sticker at Jefe Urban Cocina

Jacob Frey speaks to supporters at his 2025 election night event in downtown Minneapolis.
Jacob Frey speaks at his election night gathering at Jefe Urban Cocina in Minneapolis following the closure of polls on November 4, 2025. The event brought supporters together after voting concluded, as results from the municipal election began to be reported across the city.

Jacob Frey Speaks at Jefe Urban Cocina on Election Night

Mayor Jacob Frey speaks at his Minneapolis election night gathering as supporters and media record him.
Jacob Frey speaks at his election night gathering at Jefe Urban Cocina in Minneapolis following the closure of polls on November 4, 2025. The event brought supporters together after voting concluded, as results from the municipal election began to be reported across the city. Mayor Frey was official declared the winner of his re-election bid the following day.

Jacob Frey Greets Supporters at Jefe Urban Cocina on Election Night

Jacob Frey embraces LaTrisha Vetaw at a Minneapolis election night gathering on Nov. 4, 2025.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey embraces Minneapolis City Council Member LaTrisha Vetaw at his election night gathering in Minneapolis on November 4, 2025. The event brought supporters together after voting concluded, as results from the municipal election began to be reported across the city. He was declared the winner the next day.

Jacob Frey Embraces LaTrisha Vetaw on Election Night

Mayor Jacob Frey at his Minneapolis election night party after polls closed on November 4, 2025.
Jacob Frey greets supporters at his election night gathering at Jefe Urban Cocina in Minneapolis following the closure of polls on November 4, 2025. The event brought supporters together after voting concluded, as results from the municipal election began to be reported across the city.

Jacob Frey Smiles at Jefe Urban Cocina on Election Night

A sticker on a Minneapolis bus stop reads "All my friends hate the boy Mayor. Don't Rank Frey!"
A sticker on a bus stop in South Minneapolis that reads "All my friends hate the boy Mayor. Don't Rank Frey!" The sign refers to Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and ranked choice voting.

“All My Friends Hate the Boy Mayor” Sticker in Minneapolis

Jacob Frey Anti Ice Poster
A protest flyer seen in Uptown Minneapolis that reads: JACOB FREY PRESSURES CITY TO PROSECUTE STUDENT ANTI-ICE PROTESTERS. During Operation Metro Surge over 80 students and community members were arrested opposing the presence of ICE at the Graduate Hotel. Now Jacob Frey and the City Attorney are wasting resources trying to punish anti-ICE protestors, feigning care for the city while consenting to the brutalization of our neighbors. CALL TO DEMAND THEY DISMISS THE CASE! Mayor Frey: 612-673-2100. City Attorney: 612-673-3000.

Poster Accuses Jacob Frey of Pressuring City to Prosecute Protesters

Mayor Jacob Frey speaks after September 2026 mass shooting
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey holds a press briefing on the shooting from earlier in the day. He talked about “how heroic” officers were in their response, saying “but for their heroic work, the death toll would have been far higher”. Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson read from a prepared statement before taking a couple questions. It’s still unknown how the shooter died, earlier in the day the police department said it wasn’t known how he died. The shooter, who’s been identified in reports as Carlton Neal Johnson II, had reportedly been fighting eviction proceedings and has shown a history of violent threats with a gun. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Barnette and Hennepin Sheriff Witt did not speak.

Jacob Frey Praises Officers’ “Heroic” Response at Shoreline Plaza Briefing

Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Todd Barnette, September 2026
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey holds a press briefing on the shooting from earlier in the day. He talked about “how heroic” officers were in their response, saying “but for their heroic work, the death toll would have been far higher”. Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson read from a prepared statement before taking a couple questions. It’s still unknown how the shooter died, earlier in the day the police department said it wasn’t known how he died. The shooter, who’s been identified in reports as Carlton Neal Johnson II, had reportedly been fighting eviction proceedings and has shown a history of violent threats with a gun. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Barnette and Hennepin Sheriff Witt did not speak.

Sheriff Witt and Commissioner Barnette at Shoreline Plaza Briefing

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaking to reporters at City Hall
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey holds a press briefing on the shooting from earlier in the day. He talked about “how heroic” officers were in their response, saying “but for their heroic work, the death toll would have been far higher”. Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson read from a prepared statement before taking a couple questions. It’s still unknown how the shooter died, earlier in the day the police department said it wasn’t known how he died. The shooter, who’s been identified in reports as Carlton Neal Johnson II, had reportedly been fighting eviction proceedings and has shown a history of violent threats with a gun. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Barnette and Hennepin Sheriff Witt did not speak.

Mayor Jacob Frey Addresses Press Beside Hennepin Sheriff Witt

Minneapolis Police Interim Chief Bill Peterson speaks to reporters
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey holds a press briefing on the shooting from earlier in the day. He talked about “how heroic” officers were in their response, saying “but for their heroic work, the death toll would have been far higher”. Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson read from a prepared statement before taking a couple questions. It’s still unknown how the shooter died, earlier in the day the police department said it wasn’t known how he died. The shooter, who’s been identified in reports as Carlton Neal Johnson II, had reportedly been fighting eviction proceedings and has shown a history of violent threats with a gun. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Barnette and Hennepin Sheriff Witt did not speak.

Chief Bill Peterson and Mayor Frey Brief Press on Shoreline Plaza Shooting

Minneapolis Police Interim Chief Bill Peterson and Sheriff Dewanna Witt
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey holds a press briefing on the shooting from earlier in the day. He talked about “how heroic” officers were in their response, saying “but for their heroic work, the death toll would have been far higher”. Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson read from a prepared statement before taking a couple questions. It’s still unknown how the shooter died, earlier in the day the police department said it wasn’t known how he died. The shooter, who’s been identified in reports as Carlton Neal Johnson II, had reportedly been fighting eviction proceedings and has shown a history of violent threats with a gun. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Barnette and Hennepin Sheriff Witt did not speak.

Chief Bill Peterson Takes Questions at Shoreline Plaza Briefing

City officials brief reporters after September 2, 2026 mass shooting
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey holds a press briefing on the shooting from earlier in the day. He talked about “how heroic” officers were in their response, saying “but for their heroic work, the death toll would have been far higher”. Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson read from a prepared statement before taking a couple questions. It’s still unknown how the shooter died, earlier in the day the police department said it wasn’t known how he died. The shooter, who’s been identified in reports as Carlton Neal Johnson II, had reportedly been fighting eviction proceedings and has shown a history of violent threats with a gun. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Barnette and Hennepin Sheriff Witt did not speak.

Officials Stand Together at Shoreline Plaza Press Briefing

Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson takes questions from reporters
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey holds a press briefing on the shooting from earlier in the day. He talked about “how heroic” officers were in their response, saying “but for their heroic work, the death toll would have been far higher”. Interim Minneapolis Police Chief Bill Peterson read from a prepared statement before taking a couple questions. It’s still unknown how the shooter died, earlier in the day the police department said it wasn’t known how he died. The shooter, who’s been identified in reports as Carlton Neal Johnson II, had reportedly been fighting eviction proceedings and has shown a history of violent threats with a gun. Minneapolis Community Safety Commissioner Barnette and Hennepin Sheriff Witt did not speak.

Mayor Frey and Chief Peterson at Shoreline Plaza Press Briefing

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey at Dinner Du Nord on Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey at Dinner Du Nord. The event brought thousands to Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis to eat at "Americas longest dinner table".

Mayor Jacob Frey Greets Guests at Dinner Du Nord

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