Minneapolis Police

516 photos · 2009–2026

516 photographs tagged Minneapolis Police, 2009–2026.

Minneapolis Police outside Lake Street Nightclub July 2026 — A food vendor stands next to a group of Minneapolis Police officers standing around on Lake Street on July 18, 2026.

Minneapolis Police officers stand outside Rumba nightclub on Lake Street during a nighttime enforcement operation. — Minneapolis police officers outside Rumba nightclub on Lake Street in June 2026.

Two Minneapolis Police squad cars with activated emergency lights parked on a street outside the KISS nightclub in Uptown. — A marked and unmarked Minneapolis Police squad cars parked across from Uptown nightclubs in June 2026.

Burned Minneapolis Police Station 6 years later — The Minneapolis police third precinct police station 6 years after it was burned by protesters on May 28th, 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. Recently, the building has been going through renovation to be re-opened as the “Minneapolis Democracy Center”. The plan is for it to be the home of the Election & Voter Services with a large community center. The city purchased a building about a mile away that it plans to develop into a new police station. Minneapolis police have been using the City of Lakes building in Downtown Minneapolis as it’s temporary 3rd precinct station for quite a few years now. Prior to that, it set up shop inside the Minneapolis Convention Center. Signs on the fencing around the precinct read: “SAY HIS NAME”, “YOU MUST BE BOLD, BRAVE, COURAGEOUS AND FIND A WAY TO GET IN THE WAY”, “WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD”.

Minneapolis 3rd Precinct police station on 6th anniversary of it's burning. — The Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct police station on May 27th, 2026, on the eve of the 6th anniversary of it being burned by protesters. On May 25, 2020, Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdered 46-year-old George Floyd during an arrest outside Cup Foods at the intersection of 38th Street and Chicago Avenue in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Chauvin kneeling on Floyd’s neck for more than nine minutes while Floyd repeatedly said he could not breathe. Three other Minneapolis police officers - J. Alexander Kueng, Thomas Lane, and Tou Thao also faced criminal charges for their roles in Floyd’s death.

Minneapolis Police Station 6th Anniversary of Burning — The Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct police station tonight on the eve of the 6th anniversary of it being burned by protesters following the murder of George Floyd. "SAY HIS NAME" "YOU MUST BE BOLD BRAVE COURAGEOUS AND FIND A WAY TO GET IN THE WAY" "WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD"

Construction on the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building vestibule, featuring community-themed banners on fencing. — Construction is underway on the vestibule of the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building. The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building was a focal point of protests and unrest following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Minnesota National Guard and Police vehicles at Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, during Operation Metro Surge. — Minnesota National Guard and Minneapolis Police vehicles are positioned outside the Franklin Nicollet Liquor Store on January 25, 2026 as darkness falls following the killing of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents. On January 24, 2026, federal immigration agents fatally shot 37-year-old Alex Pretti during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis. Pretti, an intensive care nurse at the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, was killed during an encounter connected to large-scale federal immigration enforcement operations taking place across the Twin Cities. Video recorded by bystanders and witnesses at the scene quickly circulated online and contradicted portions of the initial federal account of the shooting, leading to public outrage and demands for the release of additional evidence. Video showed that Pretti was armed and was shot and killed an after he was disarmed. Pretti’s death sparked days of protests, marches, and confrontations with law enforcement in Minneapolis as demonstrators condemned the federal operation and called for accountability. The shooting became a major flashpoint in ongoing national debates over immigration enforcement, federal policing powers, and the use of force during domestic operations. As of this writing, no one has been held responsible for the killing.

Protesters with signs reading "TRUMP RAPES" and "ICE OUT MN!" are seen near a Minneapolis Police SWAT vehicle. — Protesters gathered outside the Hotel Indigo in Minneapolis, holding signs that read "TRUMP RAPES" and "ICE OUT MN!". The protest was related to the presence of Jake Lang, a white supremacist who was chased away by counter-protesters.

Graffiti reading "Forever Coming Soon" on a barrier at the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct construction site. — Graffiti reading "FOREVER COMING SOON" is visible on a wall in front of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The precinct was burned by protesters in May 2020 following the killing of George Floyd.

State troopers and conservation officers arrest protesters in Minneapolis during a snowstorm. — State officers, including Minnesota State Patrol and Conservation Officers, made approximately 15-20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis during a snowstorm. The arrests followed a protest targeting a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. This event occurred amidst ongoing national discussions and local activism surrounding immigration policies and ICE operations.

Protester holding profane sign confronts Minnesota State Trooper. — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.

Minnesota State Patrol and federal agents in tactical gear secure a snowy downtown Minneapolis street during an ICE protest. — Minnesota State Patrol officers made approximately 15-20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis during a protest targeting a hotel believed to house Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The "noise demo" occurred during snowy conditions, with law enforcement vehicles, including a Bearcat, present.

Police in tactical gear and yellow vests respond to ICE hotel demonstration. — State officers made approximately 15 to 20 arrests in downtown Minneapolis on December 10, 2020, following a "noise demo" protest. Demonstrators gathered outside a hotel they believed was housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The protest occurred during a snowstorm, with officers from the Minneapolis Police Department, Minnesota Conservation Officer, and Minnesota State Patrol present.

Police vehicles with flashing lights line a snowy Minneapolis street during an ICE protest. — Minneapolis Police vehicles are shown during a protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in downtown Minneapolis. Protesters had gathered outside a hotel where they believed ICE agents were staying, leading to police declaring an unlawful assembly and making arrests.

Protester confronts law enforcement officer in tactical gear during nighttime ICE protest outside Minneapolis shelter. — A protester holds a sign reading "FUCK ICE" while confronting a Minnesota State Trooper during a protest in downtown Minneapolis. The protest was organized as a noise demonstration outside a hotel believed to be housing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol, Minnesota Conservation Officers, and Minneapolis Police, declared the assembly unlawful and dispersed the crowd.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stands with officers at Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue. — Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stands with officers near the Renee Good Memorial on Portland Avenue.

Graffiti reading "FUCK MPD FUCK ICE" on a barrier of former 3rd precinct after Renee Good was killed. — Graffiti reading "FUCK MPD FUCK ICE" is spray-painted on a concrete barrier surrounding the future Minneapolis Democracy Center. This follows the shooting death of Renee Good. On January 7, 2026, 37-year-old Renée Nicole Good was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Good attempting to drive away as agents surrounded her vehicle before an ICE agent fired multiple shots into the SUV.

Minneapolis Police Squad Car, Renee Good Crime Scene — A Minneapolis Police squad car at the scene of the Renee Good killing. On January 7, 2026, 37-year-old Renée Nicole Good was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. Video recorded by bystanders showed Good attempting to drive away as agents surrounded her vehicle before an ICE agent fired multiple shots into the SUV.

Closed bike lanes in Minneapolis — A Minneapolis police squad car occupies the bike lane on Hennepin Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis at night, its emergency lights activated.

Minneapolis Police Officer At Downtown Shooting — A Minneapolis police officer maintains a perimeter around a crime scene in Downtown Minneapolis following a double shooting on September 26, 2025. The officer looks on as place cards line the street where bullet casings were found on Hennepin Avenue shortly after rush hour.

Police and law enforcement vehicles parked outside Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis after a mass shooting on August 27, 2025. — Law enforcement vehicles from multiple agencies, including Minneapolis Police, are parked along the street outside Annunciation Catholic School and Church in South Minneapolis. This extensive response took place on August 27, 2025, following a mass shooting at the school. The tragic event resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen individuals, fourteen of whom were children.

Police officers secure Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis following a mass shooting on August 27, 2025. — Police officers secure the area around Annunciation Catholic School and Church in Minneapolis on August 27, 2025, following a mass shooting. The incident resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, fourteen of whom were children. The yellow police tape cordons off the street, indicating an active investigation into the tragic event.

Law enforcement personnel gather outside Annunciation Catholic School in South Minneapolis following a mass shooting on August 27, 2025 — Law enforcement personnel gather at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis on August 27, 2025, following a mass shooting. The incident resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, fourteen of whom were children. The school, located in South Minneapolis near Garfield Avenue, serves as a community educational institution.

Minneapolis Police and Allina Health ambulance respond at Annunciation Catholic School following a mass shooting on August 27, 2025. — An Allina Health ambulance and Minneapolis Police vehicles present outside Annunciation Catholic School and Church in Minneapolis on August 27, 2025. The incident tragically resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, with fourteen of the injured also being children.

Ambulances at Minneapolis School Shooting — Emergency vehicles, including ambulances and Minneapolis Park Police, are lined up on Garfield Avenue near Annunciation Catholic School on August 27, 2025. The response followed a mass shooting at the school that resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, fourteen of whom were children. Annunciation Catholic School, established in 1925, serves students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade and is part of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

FBI at Minneapolis School Shooting — Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Minneapolis Police officers secure the area around Annunciation Catholic Church and School on August 27, 2025. The site was the location of a mass shooting that resulted in the deaths of two children and injuries to seventeen others, fourteen of whom were children.

Protest sign at former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct reads "THIS IS NOT Democracy THIS IS NOT Safety!! STOP THE VIOLENCE." — A protest sign reading 'THIS IS NOT Democracy THIS IS NOT Safety!! STOP THE VIOLENCE' is displayed at the former site of the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The Third Precinct building was burned during the protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. This sign was present on the fifth anniversary of Floyd's murder, reflecting continued public sentiment regarding policing and community safety in Minneapolis.

"We Remember George Floyd" sign on fencing at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct site. — A sign reading "WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD" is displayed on the fencing surrounding the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct station. This site became a focal point during the protests that followed George Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020, when the building was set ablaze. The sign commemorates the fifth anniversary of Floyd's death.

Community protest signs hung on barriers surrounding the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building. — The former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct station stands partially destroyed, surrounded by a fence adorned with community messages, in Minneapolis. This structure became a central site during the widespread protests and civil unrest that followed the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer in May 2020. Five years after the events, the building remains a stark reminder of the Minneapolis Uprising, with banners indicating ongoing development at the site. The messages displayed on the surrounding barriers, including calls to "Remember George Floyd" and "Stop the Violence," reflect the community's continued engagement with themes of justice, safety, and systemic change.

Construction barriers and signage for the future Minneapolis Democracy Center at the former 3rd Precinct site. — The site of the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct is undergoing redevelopment. This building was significantly damaged by fire during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd. It is now being transformed into the Minneapolis Democracy Center, a new civic hub for the community.

Boarded and damaged front vestibule of Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station during structural removal. — The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue has sat vacant since it burned during the unrest that followed George Floyd's killing in May 2020.

Construction and plywood at burned Minneapolis police station — Construction is underway at the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station in Minneapolis. The building sustained significant damage during protests in May 2020, which erupted following the murder of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Police squad car being towed on Lagoon Avenue outside nightclubs at night. — A Minneapolis Police squad car sits loaded on a Stateway Towing flatbed on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police Squad Cars March 2025 — Minneapolis Police squad cars are stationed on Lagoon Avenue in Uptown Minneapolis during March 2025.

Construction continues on new Minneapolis police station — Construction of New Minneapolis First Precinct Police Station in Downtown Minneapolis. This facility replaces the previous First Precinct building located a mile away.

Police station clean up efforts underway — Cleanup efforts are underway at the site of the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station, located at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue. The building was extensively damaged by fire during protests in May 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

Protest barriers with "Black Lives Matter" and "Protect Our People" messages at George Floyd Square, Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, Minneapolis. — George Floyd Square, located at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in Minneapolis.

George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis features a colorful mural with his portrait surrounded by candles and flowers at night. — The George Floyd Memorial at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, November 2024, features birthday candles surrounding a portrait of George Floyd. This memorial is situated at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, an area that became the site of ongoing protests following Floyd's murder on May 25, 2020.

Concrete barriers and metal fencing surround the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building site undergoing redevelopment. — Construction fencing and concrete barriers surround the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building, which is undergoing redevelopment. The precinct was damaged by fire during protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The city plans to transform the site into a "Democracy Center" intended to house election services and community spaces.

Worker removes razor wire barriers from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building exterior. — Workers remove razor wire from the exterior of the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building. The precinct was heavily damaged by fire during protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

A blue sign announces "Cleanup efforts are underway" at the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building surrounded by concrete barricades and razor wire. — Workers remove razor wire from the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct building, which was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd in 2020. The precinct was subsequently fortified with concrete barricades and razor wire.

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building boarded up and fenced behind barriers at dusk in October 2024. — The Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building in October 2024, several years after it was significantly damaged by fire. The precinct was set ablaze by protesters in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officers.

Southside Pride newspaper front page from October 2024 featuring Harris-Walz campaign imagery and Third Precinct coverage. — The October 2024 issue of Southside Pride features a cover story on the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct and a separate article on the "Harris-Walz" ticket. The Third Precinct building was set ablaze by protesters following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building surrounded by razor wire fencing and concrete barricades on Lake Street. — Razor wire and concrete barricades continue to surround the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building on Lake Street. The station was significantly damaged by fire during protests in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd.

Public signage on a Minneapolis building announces cleanup efforts are underway for the former police third precinct station. — Signage at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct station, located on Lake Street, announces "Cleanup efforts are underway." This precinct was a focal point during the civil unrest following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, and the building sustained significant damage.

A green and white flyer posted on a pole announces a Civilian Police Accountability Commission petition relaunch event at the former Minneapolis 3rd Precinct. — A flyer announcing the relaunch of a petition for a Civilian Police Accountability Commission (CPAC) is posted on a pole outside the former Minneapolis 3rd Precinct police station at 3000 Minnehaha Avenue. The flyer invites the public to learn more about CPAC, hear from organizers, and sign the petition regarding efforts to reform police oversight.

Minneapolis police officers stand at a Metro Transit bus stop on Lake Street at night. — Minneapolis Police officers stand near a Metro Transit bus stop on Lake Street in South Minneapolis.

Police dispatch console in a Minneapolis squad car showing an active call near Lagoon and Girard avenues. — A police mobile data terminal shows an active dispatch screen for units responding to a call near Lagoon Avenue and Girard Avenue in Minneapolis

Volcanic Bike Patrol Bike in Minneapolis — Minneapolis Police Department "Patrol Bike" bicycles, manufactured by Volcanic Bikes

Police tape and officers outside REVEL Apartments on Lake Street in Minneapolis near Floyd's Barbershop. — REVEL Apartments on Lake Street in Minneapolis is cordoned off by police tape after a reported shooting. Officers stand near the building entrance and along the sidewalk beside Floyd's Barbershop.

Minneapolis Police officers secure a cordoned area on Lake Street in Uptown following a shooting incident. — Minneapolis Police officers secure the area on Lake Street in the Uptown neighborhood following a shooting. The "Revel Apartments" building and "Floyd's Barbershop" are visible in the background.

Protest signs reading "ABOLITION" and "STOP THE VIOLENCE" hang on a fence surrounding the abandoned Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building. — Signs reading "ABOLITION" and "STOP THE VIOLENCE" are displayed on the fence surrounding the former Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station on June 19, 2024. The building has been vacant since it was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020.

Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct building on 4th Street North in downtown Minneapolis. — The Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct is located at 400 4th Street North in downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police Department squad car covered in flowers, handwritten tributes, and law enforcement patches memorializing Officer Jamal Mitchell. — A Minneapolis Police Department squad car serves as a makeshift memorial for Officer Jamal Mitchell, who was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a mass shooting. The vehicle is covered in flowers, tributes, and patches from various law enforcement agencies.

Community members visit a memorial tent for Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell outside the 4th Precinct police station. — A temporary memorial has been established outside the Minneapolis Police Department's 4th Precinct in honor of Officer Jamal Mitchell. Officer Mitchell was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a mass shooting incident.

Floral memorial with red and white flowers at the base of a utility pole at Blaisdell Avenue and 31st Street in Minneapolis. — A makeshift memorial honors Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell at the corner of Blaisdell Avenue and 31st Street. Officer Mitchell was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a shooting incident.

Handwritten memorial note honoring Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell attached to a utility pole on Blaisdell Avenue. — A makeshift memorial honors Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell on Blaisdell Avenue. Officer Mitchell was killed on May 30, 2024, while responding to a shooting incident.

Hundreds of Minneapolis police vehicles with activated lights form a procession in downtown Minneapolis following an officer's death. — Hundreds of Minneapolis police officers formed a procession outside the Hennepin County Medical Center to escort the body of Officer Jamal Mitchell. Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting incident earlier that day. The procession proceeded from the medical center in downtown Minneapolis to the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office in Minnetonka.

Minneapolis police vehicles and officers conduct a nighttime procession through downtown streets. — Hundreds of Minneapolis police officers formed a procession to escort the body of Officer Jamal Mitchell from Hennepin County Medical Center to the medical examiner's office in Minnetonka. Officer Mitchell was killed in a mass shooting incident earlier that day. The escort route passed through downtown Minneapolis, with law enforcement vehicles lining the streets.

Protest and memorial signs affixed to barricades surrounding the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building on Minnehaha Avenue. — Four years after protesters set fire to the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station, signs of remembrance and protest remain affixed to the barricades surrounding the building. The precinct, located on Minnehaha Avenue, was a focal point of the Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The sign with messages such as "George Floyd," "Say His Name," "No Justice, No Streets," and "Abolition".

Protest signs hang on fencing at Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct site four years after 2020 uprising. — Four years after the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct station was set ablaze during protests following the murder of George Floyd, signs hang on the fencing surrounding the site. The signs, bearing messages such as "healing," "reclaim Black joy," "clean up the MPD," and "we remember George Floyd".

Minneapolis Police Department mounted patrol officers ride horses in formation through downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis Police Department's Mounted Patrol unit rides through downtown Minneapolis. The unit is often deployed for crowd control.

Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building on Minnehaha Avenue with "site cleanup begins spring/summer 2024" banner and protective fencing. — The Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building, located on Minnehaha Avenue, is slated for cleanup and fencing removal in spring/summer 2024. The site has remained largely inactive since the precinct was set ablaze during protests in the summer of 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

Protest flyer affixed to a utility pole reading "No New Third" with demands for police abolition and reference to George Floyd. — A protest flyer affixed to a pole in Minneapolis advocates against the rebuilding of the city's Third Police Precinct. The original Third Precinct station was destroyed by fire during the widespread protests in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. This flyer, bearing the message 'No New Third' and 'We Demand Abolition,' reflects ongoing community opposition to the reconstruction.

Metro Transit Route 23 bus and Minneapolis Police squad car at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street in George Floyd Square at night. — A Metro Transit Route 23 bus and a Minneapolis Police squad car at the intersection of Chicago Avenue and East 38th Street, known as George Floyd Square, at night.

Minneapolis Police Department patrol vehicles stationed on a downtown street and sidewalk during evening hours. — Minneapolis Police Department patrol vehicles are stationed in Downtown Minneapolis. One squad car is positioned on the sidewalk, while another is on the adjacent street.

Boarded storefronts and construction barriers line Century Plaza during renovation of Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station. — Century Plaza, a downtown Minneapolis office building, is being converted into the new home of the Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct.

Minneapolis downtown skyline with Century Plaza building undergoing renovation for new police 1st precinct station. — The Foshay Tower rises 447 feet and 32 stories above downtown Minneapolis, completed in 1929 by insurance magnate Wilbur Foshay as a monument to his own business empire modeled after the Washington Monument. The tower held the title of tallest building in Minneapolis until the IDS Center surpassed it in 1972, and it now operates as a hotel with an observation deck on its 30th floor. In the foreground, Century Plaza — a former Federal Reserve Bank building — is being converted into the Minneapolis Police Department's new 1st Precinct headquarters, relocating the precinct from its longtime home a few blocks away.

Century Plaza building undergoes renovation to house the Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis. — The Century Plaza building in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation to house the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station.

Century Plaza building under renovation for Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis skyline. — Century Plaza in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation to become the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct station.

The Century Plaza building on South 12th Street in downtown Minneapolis undergoes renovation for the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct. — The Century Plaza building on S 12th Street in Downtown Minneapolis is undergoing renovation. This structure is being adapted to serve as the new Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct police station.

Minneapolis Police squad cars parked on Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Minneapolis Police squad cars are positioned on Hennepin Avenue bike lanes near S 8th Street in Downtown Minneapolis on the night of March 1, 2024.

Police car parked outside Target headquarters on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Minneapolis police officers are visible inside the flagship Target store on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis at night.

Protest signs reading "Pledge to Resist the Genocide," "Cease Fire Now," and "Practice Healing Justice" hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. — Protest signs advocating for a ceasefire and social justice hang on a fence at the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. This site, located at Lake Street and Minnehaha Avenue, was abandoned after being burned in May 2020 following the murder of George Floyd. Since then, the precinct has remained untouched.

A protest flyer parodying a Target advertisement opposes the new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct opening at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. — Flyers protesting the construction of a new Minneapolis Police Third Precinct are displayed near the former precinct site on Minnehaha Avenue in South Minneapolis. One flyer, designed to resemble a Target advertisement, sarcastically invites the public to "Celebrate the opening of the NEW Police Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Ave." and depicts a shopping basket containing items like charcoal and bolt cutters. A smaller accompanying flyer explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and includes a QR code for more information.

Protest flyers affixed to concrete opposing Minneapolis Police Third Precinct reconstruction at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to a concrete structure near the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct in South Minneapolis. The flyer, reading "Someday, wildflowers will grow from the ruins of all police precincts," expresses a radical sentiment regarding policing. Another smaller flyer with a QR code explicitly states "NO NEW THIRD PRECINCT!" and directs to information, reflecting ongoing community opposition to rebuilding the facility at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. The original Third Precinct building was destroyed during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020, making the site a focal point for discussions about police presence and community safety.

A colorful protest flyer reading "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is taped to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer advocating "Southside Strong No New Precinct!" is affixed to a pole along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, photographed in February 2024. This flyer, featuring a vibrant artistic design and a QR code for more information, expresses community opposition to the rebuilding or relocation of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer featuring Snoopy with text "Well do it again" and "No new precinct" affixed along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. — A protest flyer featuring the character Snoopy, accompanied by the phrase "No New Precinct" and "We'll do it again," is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis. This flyer expresses opposition to the proposed rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The original 3rd Precinct building was destroyed by protesters on May 28, 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer taped to a purple surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis opposes rebuilding the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. — A flyer is affixed to a surface along the Midtown Greenway in Minneapolis, advocating against the reconstruction of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct. The flyer reads "MPD 3rd Precinct 1984 - 2020 Still Burning In Hell No New 3rd Precinct." This message refers to the original 3rd Precinct building, which was burned by protesters on May 28, 2020, during the Minneapolis Uprising following the murder of George Floyd.

A protest flyer on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge opposes the new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue. — A protest flyer is affixed to the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, part of the Midtown Greenway. This radical art expresses opposition to the planned replacement of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. The new "community safety center" at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue is located approximately a quarter mile from the bridge. This facility replaces the original precinct building, which was burned during the Minneapolis Uprising in May 2020. The city anticipates the new building will open in the first quarter of 2025, nearly five years after the original structure's destruction.

Protest flyer with warning symbol affixed to bridge informational sign opposing Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct construction. — A protest flyer is affixed to an informational sign on the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge in South Minneapolis, a structure that carries the Midtown Greenway over Hiawatha Avenue. The flyer expresses community opposition to the proposed construction of a new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue South. This facility is intended to replace the original 3rd Precinct building, which was destroyed during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. In February 2024, the city signed a purchase agreement for the new site, with an anticipated opening in early 2025, five years after the original precinct was burned.

Minneapolis Police squads outside the precinct — Minneapolis Police Department squad cars are parked outside the 1st Precinct station in downtown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis police officers and private security personnel stand outside Rumba Nightclub on Lake Street at night. — Minneapolis police officers and private security personnel outside Rumba Nightclub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police outside of Reign NIghtclub on Hennepin — Minneapolis Police working off duty in Hennepin Avenue at Reign Nightclub. November 2023.

A protest sticker on a Minneapolis pedestrian crossing sign criticizing police training partnerships and settler colonialism. — This sticker protesting police militarization was affixed to a pedestrian crossing sign in Minneapolis, reading "MPD receives training from the IDF" alongside the phrase "To Serve & Protect Settler Colonialism."

"NO PIG FARM" banner on barricade surrounding the burned Minneapolis Police Third Precinct building. — A banner reading "NO PIG FARM" is displayed on a barricade surrounding the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. This building was set ablaze during the 2020 Uprising, which followed the murder of George Floyd by 4 Minneapolis police officers.

Protest sign reading "NO PIG FARM" displayed at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis. — A protest sign reading "NO PIG FARM" is displayed at 2633 Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis. This location is slated to become a new "Community Safety Center," a replacement for the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct, which was destroyed in the unrest following George Floyd's murder in 2020. The City Council approved the new site in November 2023, approximately three years after the original precinct building was burned.

Night photo of building under renovation — Construction is underway at the site of the new Minneapolis Police Department's First Precinct, located in downtown Minneapolis.

Off-duty police and pedestrians outside a nightclub on Lake Street in Minneapolis at night. — An off-duty Minneapolis Police officer stands outside Rumba Nightclub on Lake Street in Uptown Minneapolis in October 2023.

Minneapolis Police Department squad car parked at abandoned self-service car wash with graffiti-covered walls on Nicollet Avenue. — A Minneapolis Police Department squad car is parked in front of a graffiti-covered abandoned self-service car wash on Nicollet Avenue in October 2023.

Minneapolis Police Station in October 2023 — The former Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct building stands in disrepair in October 2023, several years after it was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd.

Minneapolis Police First Precinct under construction at Century Plaza building at night. — Construction is underway at the Century Plaza building in downtown Minneapolis, which is being redeveloped to house the Minneapolis Police Department's First Precinct.

Former Fifth Precinct Police Station in Minneapolis, now an event center. — Now an event center, many years ago this was the Minneapolis Police Fifth Precinct.

Reserve officers standing together downtown — Minneapolis Police Reserves in downtown Minneapolis standing on Nicollet Mall on August 3, 2023.

Pedestrians walk past a Minneapolis police squad car outside the Gay 90s nightclub on Hennepin Avenue at night. — A couple walk by a Minneapolis police squad car on Hennepin Avenue outside the Gay 90s Nightclub on July 2, 2023.

F45 in Downtown Minneapolis 2023 — Downtown Minneapolis during Pride Week, with police officers on bicycle patrol. The building features a distinctive facade with horizontal bands of colored LED lights that illuminate the urban environment at night. T

Taylor Swift fans and Minneapolis police near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. — Taylor Swift fans and Minneapolis police near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis as crowds arrive for The Eras Tour. The concert drew large numbers of attendees to the Downtown East area surrounding the stadium.

Lake Street crash killing 5 Somali women — Minneapolis Police vehicles are present at the site of a fatal car crash on Lake Street and 35W. The incident involved a speeding driver who reportedly ran a red light, colliding with another vehicle and resulting in five fatalities. Authorities stated it was not a pursuit as no lights or sirens were activated by the involved State Patrol vehicle.

Minneapolis Police Chief Brian Ohara speaks with DOJ — Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara speaks at a press conference on June 16, 2023. The conference announced the findings of a Department of Justice investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department. This investigation was prompted by events following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, which led to widespread protests and scrutiny of the department's practices. The DOJ's findings addressed issues of policing in the city and aimed to identify areas for reform.

Minneapolis police officer watches AG Merrick Garland — A Minneapolis police officer attends a press conference where the Department of Justice announced the findings of its investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department. The investigation was prompted by concerns over the department's practices, particularly following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The DOJ's findings, released in June 2023, concluded that the department engaged in a pattern or practice of unconstitutional conduct. This event marked a significant moment in the ongoing efforts to reform policing in Minneapolis and address systemic issues.

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.

George Floyd mural at night in July 2023 — The George Floyd mural on 38th Street at George Floyd Square.

Reimagining the commons at third precinct — Banners advocating for police abolition are displayed outside the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. One banner, reading "Abolition is a Choice," features checkboxes for "Here," "There," and "Nowhere," with "Nowhere" marked. The other banner, titled "Reimagining the Commons," states "is one step towards a future without police."

Banners on the Minneapolis police on 3 year anniversary — Signs expressing messages of justice, change, and remembrance are displayed on fencing surrounding the Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct seen on the 3rd anniversary of it's burning. The precinct was significantly damaged during protests in the summer of 2020, following the murder of George Floyd.

Justice For George on the side of Target Store Minneapolis — A mural commemorating George Floyd is displayed at the rebuilt Target Store in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The artwork features a raised fist, a symbol of solidarity and resistance, alongside imagery referencing the Minneapolis Uprising and the destruction of the Third Precinct police station. The mural also includes elements of mutual aid, such as "Mutual Aid Food Water Supplies," reflecting community support during a period of intense social unrest.

Breathe with your heart signs on police station — The Minneapolis Police Department's Third Precinct is shown barricaded with concrete barriers and fencing on May 26, 2023. This event occurred in the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd in May 2020, which led to widespread protests and unrest in Minneapolis. The precinct building itself was damaged during the protests and subsequently moved to a new location.

Minneapolis Police squad car parked on Nicollet Mall near the IDS Center. — Nicollet Mall runs roughly from Washington Avenue to Grant Street through downtown Minneapolis, serving as the city's primary retail and business corridor since its transit-mall redesign in the 1960s. The Baker Center and IDS Center, Minnesota's tallest building at 792 feet, anchor this stretch of the mall alongside a mix of early 20th-century commercial buildings and newer glass-clad towers.

Minneapolis Police Department Official Business Sign — A Minneapolis Police "Official Business" sign in the window of a squad car parked on Nicollet Mall in Downtown Minneapolis.

No More Brutal Police Sign in Minneapolis — A sign posted in South Minneapolis reads "Minneapolis Third Precinct Survey: No More Brutal Police." The poster refers to the city's effort to rebuild the third precinct police station after it was burned by protesters in May 2020.

No New Third flyers on third precinct police station — Flyers demanding "NO NEW THIRD" and "WE DEMAND ABOLITION" are posted on a fence surrounding the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The precinct was damaged during protests following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The city has been holding community listening sessions to determine whether to rebuild a police precinct at the site or elsewhere. These flyers reflect ongoing activism and community sentiment regarding policing in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Police squad cars parked in front of Target on sidewalk — Minneapolis Police squad cars are parked on the sidewalk of Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis in April 2023.

No New Third Not Now Not Ever Flyers MPD 2023 — Flyers protesting the proposed rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police Department's 3rd Precinct are displayed on a wooden structure. The flyers, which read "NO NEW THIRD. NOT NOW. NOT EVER." and "WE REMEMBER GEORGE FLOYD. WE DEMAND ABOLITION.", reference the precinct's destruction during the 2020 George Floyd protests. The city had been holding "community listening sessions" to gather input on whether to rebuild the precinct at its original location or elsewhere.

Winston Smith was assassinated by the MPD — Graffiti on a construction fence along the Cedar Lake Trail in Minneapolis reads "WINSTON SMITH WAS ASSASSINATED BY THE MPD." This message refers to the death of Winston Smith, who was killed by Minneapolis Police Department officers in June 2021. The incident occurred during an attempt to serve a federal warrant.

Third precinct community meeting sign — A poster titled "The Future In Ruins: Over the Third Precinct" is held up at a community meeting in Minneapolis. The document outlines the goals of People's Movement Assemblies, which aim to create community safety strategies and restore power to neighborhoods. It also details plans for the relocation and redevelopment of the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct, with assemblies scheduled to begin in May 2024 at Walker Community Church.

Richard Zimmerman speaks at third precinct meeting — Minneapolis Police homicide detective Richard Zimmerman, who testified in the Derek Chauvin trial, speaks at a community meeting regarding the rebuilding of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct.

Protester holds up no new third precinct sign in Minneapolis — Minneapolis residents voiced opposition to a proposed new police precinct during a community meeting at the Midtown Exchange. The meeting, intended to gather feedback from non-business owners on potential locations for the precinct, saw attendees express concerns and questions prior to breaking into discussion groups. The protest sign held by a resident clearly states, "WE DO NOT WANT YOUR PRECINCT HERE! NOR THERE! WE DO NOT WANT IT ANYWHERE!" This event reflects ongoing community discussions and tensions surrounding policing in Minneapolis.

Heather Johnston speaks at third precinct meeting — Heather Johnston speaks at a community meeting held at the Midtown Exchange in Minneapolis. The meeting, organized by the city and a third party, sought public input on potential locations for a new Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct. Prior to the breakout sessions, attendees voiced opposition to the construction of any new police precinct.

Meeting on future of the third precinct — In the 2nd public meeting geared towards non-business owners, the city along with a 3rd party is seeking feedback on which of 2 locations a 3rd precinct should be built. Prior to breaking out into groups, a few questions were taken from those in opposition to any new precinct.

Art on the former third precinct police station — Projection art illuminates the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct building, a site that became a focal point during the 2020 Minneapolis Uprising. The projections display text related to racial justice and inequality, reflecting the sentiments expressed during public meetings about the precinct's future. Many residents voiced distrust in the Minneapolis Police Department and questioned the necessity of a new precinct, highlighting a complex history and ongoing community concerns.

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