Sharpton, Crump, Floyd Family Kneel Outside Hennepin County Courthouse
March 2021
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March 29, 2021 - Minneapolis -- Ben Crump, the attorney for the George Floyd, Rev. Al Sharpton, and George Floyd Family take a kneel for 8:46 outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to opening statements began in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is accused of murdering George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Al Sharpton outside Hennepin County Government Center for Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Rev Al Sharpton speaks outside the Hennepin County Government Center where opening statements of the Derek Chauvin trial were set to begin. He's joined by George Floyd's brothers Philonise and Terrence Floyd.
Minneapolis Protest Outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters hold up signs outside the Hennepin County Government Center as opening statements in the Derek Chauvin murder trial begin.
Ben Crump speaks outside Derek Chauvin trial in Minneapolis
March 2021
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Ben Crump, the attorney for the George Floyd family speaks outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to opening statements began in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is accused of murdering George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Al Sharpton arrives at Hennepin County Government Center for Derek Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Rev Al Sharpton arrives with the George Floyd family for a press conference outside the Hennepin County Government Center where opening statements in the Derek Chauvin were set to begin an hour later.
Terrence and Philonise Floyd Arrive at Chauvin Trial in Minneapolis
March 2021
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Terrence and Philonise Floyd arrive to a press conference outside the Hennepin County Government Center where opening statements in the Derek Chauvin murder trial are set to begin.
Prayer Vigil for George Floyd Family at Greater Friendship Missionary Church
March 2021
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A prayer vigil and rally atended by Al Sharpton and the family of George Floyd held at the Greater Friendship Missionary in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Protest Day Before Chauvin Trial Opening Statements
March 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis the day before the Derek Chauvin murder trial opening statements.
George Floyd Square Greenhouse, Minneapolis, March 2021
March 2021
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The greenhouse at George Floyd Square where flowers and plants were kept through the winter.
George Floyd Mural at Cup Foods, Minneapolis
March 2021
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March 27, 2021 - Minneapolis -- The George Floyd Memorial. Located at the intersection of 38th and Chicago Ave in South Minneapolis.
George Floyd Square Fist and Pan-African Flag, March 2021
March 2021
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The fist at George Floyd Square.
Minneapolis Police Third Precinct Rooftop Message
March 2021
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"RIP George" "Can you hear us now!" written on a rooftop of a building across from the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The Third Precinct was burned during unrest over the May 25th murder of George Floyd.
March 2021
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Autozone, Wendy's and Ever Lake apartments on March 27, 2021 being rebuilt after being destroyed in riots over the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct and Autozone, East Lake St, March 2021
March 2021
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The Minneapolis police third precinct, Autozone, and Target on East Lake St on March 27, 2021.
Speedway Gas Station Reopens in South Minneapolis After Fire
March 2021
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The Speedway gas station preparing to re-open after being rebuilt. The gas station burned during unrest over the May 2020 death of George Floyd.
Radisson RED Hotel Boarded Up Downtown Minneapolis
March 2021
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Radisson RED hotel in downtown Minneapolis.
Mel Reeves speaks outside Minneapolis Police Department HQ
March 2021
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Mel Reeves talks to the media after video emerged of a Minneapolis Police Officer punching a teenager who was protesting the arrest of a carjacking suspect. The Minneapolis Police have said an internal affairs investigation was opened.
Toussaint Morrison speaks at Minneapolis police press conference
March 2021
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Toussaint Morrison speaks at a press conference asking for the firing of a Minneapolis Police Officer who was shown on bystander video punching a teenager the night before. The teen was said to be protesting the arrest of who the Minneapolis Police said was a carjacking suspect. The Minneapolis Police have said an internal affairs investigation was opened.
Letter and beads at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
March 2021
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A letter to George hanging at the George Floyd Memorial.
George Floyd Mural, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis, March 2021
March 2021
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George Floyd memorial at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis.
George Floyd Square: ACAB protest signs and teddy bear
March 2021
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Protest signs leaning against Cup Foods in George Floyd Square.
George Floyd Mural at Cup Foods, Minneapolis
March 2021
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Minneapolis -- Cup Foods in South Minneapolis, the store that George Floyd was killed in front of. A George Floyd mural painted on the 38th Street side.
George Floyd Square Sign and Cup Foods, Minneapolis, March 2021
March 2021
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The former Speedway Gas sign reads "Welcome to George Floyd Square".
George Floyd Square Memorial, Minneapolis, 2021
March 2021
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The George Floyd memorial outside of Cup Foods in South Minneapolis.
Hennepin County Health Services Building Boarded Up, Minneapolis
March 2021
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The Hennepin County Health Services Building in downtown Minneapolis.
The Armory, Minneapolis: Barricade at Entrance
March 2021
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Concrete barricades in front of doors at The Amory concert venue in downtown Minneapolis.
Centre Village boarded up in Downtown Minneapolis
March 2021
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Centre Village a Hyatt Place hotel in downtown Minneapolis.
George Floyd Square: The 24 Demands on Barricades
March 2021
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The 24 demands of George Floyd Square written on street barricades in March 2021.
Minneapolis Police 2nd Precinct Barricaded with Razor Wire
March 2021
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The Minneapolis Police 2nd precinct secured with razorwire during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Minneapolis Police 2nd Precinct Barricaded with Razor Wire
March 2021
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The Minneapolis Police 2nd precinct secured with razorwire during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Midtown Greenway Protest Sign: Fire Fire Gentrifire
March 2021
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A protest sign seen on the Midtown Greenway that reads "Fire Fire Gentrifire"
US Bank Stadium surrounded by security fencing in Minneapolis
March 2021
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Security fencing around US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Protest for George Floyd: No Justice No Streets, St. Paul
March 2021
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Protesters march demanding justice for George Floyd and all those who are victims of police violence.
Black Lives Matter Protest at Minnesota State Capitol, March 2021
March 2021
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Protesters march near the Minnesota State Capitol demanding justice for George Floyd as well as all lives impacted by police brutality.
Graffiti “No Justice No Streets” at George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
March 2021
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"No Justice, No Strteet!" written on the side of building in Uptown Minneapolis. It refers to George Floyd Square where the city has had press conferences the last 2 days about opening the intersection back up to vehicular traffic. The intersection has been closed since George Floyd's May 25th death and been held by the community as a place of protest and sacred ground.
Locks on fencing at Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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Locks of police violence victims hang on the security fencing around the Hennepin County Government Center.
Minneapolis Police at Near North encampment clearing
March 2021
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Minneapolis Police arrive to a crowd of camp protectors who were waiting after the City of Minneapolis had said they would clear the homeless encampment.
Say Their Names Cemetery, George Floyd Square, Minneapolis
March 2021
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Say Their Names Cemetery in South Minneapolis near George Floyd Square.
Justice 4 George sign on Minneapolis home, 3338 21st Ave S
March 2021
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A sign reading "Justice 4 George" on a home in South Minneapolis.
George Floyd Square Warming Shelter, Minneapolis, March 2021
March 2021
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A warming shelter at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis on March 16, 2021. The shelters were built near the street barricades.
George Floyd Square Community Info Board, Minneapolis
March 2021
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The "Community Info" board at George Floyd Square on March 16, 2021.
National Guard vehicle at Hennepin County Courthouse, Minneapolis
March 2021
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A National Guard vehicle with a optical CROWS system attached sits under the courthouse where Derek Chauvin is standing trial for the death of George Floyd.
Floyd Lock at Hennepin County Courthouse During Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Locks with the names of police violence victims were placed on fencing around the Government Center where Derek Chauvin is on trial for the murder of George Floyd. A day later they were cut off.
Mobile Security Cameras Near Minneapolis Third Precinct
March 2021
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Mobile security cameras located near the intersection of the Third Precinct.
Mobile Surveillance Unit at Minneapolis Target
March 2021
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A mobile surveillance camera at a Target parking lot in Minneapolis on March 16th, 2021.
Minneapolis Protest in Snow Outside Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Protesters march around the Hennepin County Government Center demanding a fair jury selection process in the Derek Chauvin trial.
Minneapolis: Protesters face National Guard during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Protesters march around the Hennepin County Government Center demanding a fair jury selection process in the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is accused of murdering George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Protesters March in Snow at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters march around the Hennepin County Government Center demanding a fair jury selection process in the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is accused of murdering George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest: “A Man Was Lynched Yesterday” Signs
March 2021
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Protesters march around the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Toussaint Morrison speaks at Minneapolis protest during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Toussaint Morrison speaking during a march during the Derek Chauvin murder trial in Minneapolis on March 15, 2021.
Minneapolis Police car at boarded US Bank Plaza
March 2021
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A Minneapolis Police squad drives down 3rd Ave in Downtown Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: Lock on fence at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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A lock hanging on fencing around the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Minneapolis: Mirror Art at Hennepin County Government Center During Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Protest signs in the form of mirrors outside the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
National Guard vehicle near Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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A military vehicle drives around the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Hennepin County Government Center during Derek Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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The Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Chalk messages outside Minneapolis courthouse during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Chalk laying outside a building across the street from the Hennepin County Government Center where the trial of Derek Chauvin has begun. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th, 2020 murder of George Floyd.
Razor Wire at Minneapolis Police Third Precinct, March 2021
March 2021
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Razor wire around the temporary Minneapolis Police third precinct on March 3, 2021.
Minneapolis Wells Fargo Bank Demolition After George Floyd Riots
March 2021
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Demoition of the one time Wells Fargo Bank on Nicollet in Minneapolis on March 3, 2021. The bank was destroyed in riots folowing the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct Fencing with Protest Signs
March 2021
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Protest signs hang on the former Minneapolis Police Third Precinct. The precinct was burned during unrest over the May 25th death of George Floyd.
Target Center secured with fencing during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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The Target Center received fencing like many other properties owned by the City of Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Police 1st Precinct Security Door Installation
March 2021
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Minneapolis Police installs security door that slides down in front of the windows.
Boarded Ace Hardware on Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis
March 2021
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An Ace hardware store on Nicollet Ave in Minneapolis.
Roses in paint outside Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Roses in red paint portrayed to look like blood in an installation outside the Hennepin County Government Center. The courthouse is currently holding the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd in South Minneapolis.
Reflect art installation outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Flowers and mirrors outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters place mirrors and red paint on the road outside the courthouse.
Hennepin County Government Center: National Guard Sign
March 2021
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A sign hanging on a fence around the Hennepin County Government Center that reads "Bringing in the National Guard. What could possibly go wrong?".
Minneapolis: BLM messages on boarded-up building near Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis US Bank Building boarded with protest messages
March 2021
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Boards on the US Bank Building with chalk writing on it.
Minnesota National Guard at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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The Minnesota National Guard outside the Hennepin County Government Center.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd and Stolen Lives
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Protesters march downtown Minneapolis for Derek Chauvin trial
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
George Floyd Pins Sold Outside Hennepin County Courthouse
March 2021
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George Floyd pins being sold outside the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
Minneapolis Protest Sign: “Minneapolis is under military occupation”
March 2021
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Protesters outside the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is beginning in Minneapolis.
Chalk message at Hennepin County Courthouse during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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A protester writes with chalk outside the Hennepin County courthouse at the start of the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Protesters at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Protesters behind security fencing that surrounds the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
Minneapolis Protest: “Police Are The Problem” Sign at Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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Protesters outside the Hennepin County Government Center on March 8th, 2021 during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Minneapolis Protest Outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest: Abolish Police and Prisons Sign
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd Outside Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters gathered outside the Hennepin County Government Center prior to the 8am start of the Derek Chauvin trial. Former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
National Guard at Hennepin County Courthouse, Derek Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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The Minnesota National guard outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis on March 7th, 2021 during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
National Guard outside Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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The Minnesota National guard outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis on March 7th, 2021 during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Minneapolis George Floyd Memorial: “Justice for All” Signs
March 2021
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A George Floyd memorial outside the courthouse on March 7, 2021 in Minneapolis where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is taking place.
National Guard vehicles at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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National Guard arrives overnight at the Hennepin County Government Center.
National Guard at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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The Minnesota National Guard at the Hennepin County Government Center during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Hennepin County Courthouse Security, Minneapolis, March 2021
March 2021
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Security outside the courthouse where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is being held.
National Guard at Hennepin County Government Center during Chauvin trial
March 2021
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A man speaks through the fence to the Minnesota National Guard during the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Protesters raise fists outside Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
George Floyd protest sign at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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A protester puts a George Floyd poster on security fencing at the Hennepin County Government Center, where the Derek Chauvin murder trial is being held.
Protesters enter security perimeter at Hennepin County Government Center
March 2021
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Protesters walking into "The Cage" around the Hennepin County Government Center.
Minneapolis Protest Sign: George Floyd Rest In Power
March 2021
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A protester holds up a George Floyd Rest In Power sign at a march during the Derek Chauvin murder trial in Minneapolis.
Minneapolis Protest: Dismantle White Supremacy, March for Justice
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest: “Police = Tools of White Supremacy” Sign
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Marshalls Boarded Up for Chauvin Trial Security
March 2021
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Boards being put over storefronts in downtown Minneapolis in preperation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Protestors march near Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd Victims March 2021
March 2021
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The day before Derek Chauvin goes on trial in Minneapolis for the murder of George Floyd a thousand march from the Government Center and down Hennepin Ave with a scroll that has 470+ names of people killed by MN police. Organizers point out Chauvin was involved in 5 of the names.
Minneapolis Protest: Defund White Supremacy Sign
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Protesters sit during Chauvin trial march in Minneapolis
March 2021
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Protesters march through downtown Minneapolis during the Derek Chauvin murder trial. Chauvin was convicted in the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis Protest for George Floyd, Trial Begins
March 2021
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Thousands march the day before the start of jury selection in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. The former Minneapolis Police officer is charged with the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
St. Paul Protest for George Floyd Justice
March 2021
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Protesters gather outside the mansion seeking justice and change for victims of police violence.
Protester Holds Sign at Minnesota Governor’s Residence Rally
March 2021
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A protester holds up a sign at a rally outside the Minnesota Governor's Residence.
Minneapolis Protest for Police Violence Victims
March 2021
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Protesters gather outside the mansion seeking justice and change for victims of police violence.
Protest at MN Governor’s Residence for Police Brutality Victims
March 2021
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Protesters gather outside the Governor's Residence seeking justice and change for the victims of police brutality.
Toshira Garraway speaks at protest outside Governor’s residence
March 2021
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Family members of victims of police violence speak out and seek justice.
Protesters Rally Against Line 3 Pipeline in St. Paul
March 2021
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Protesters with a Stop Line 3 protest sign in St. Paul.
George Floyd Square: Trial in 3 Days Sign
March 2021
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Justice for George Floyd. Trial in 3 days on the sign at The People's Way in George Floyd Square.
Hennepin County Sheriff Special Operations Vehicle at Derek Chauvin Trial
March 2021
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A Special Operations Sheriff's vehicle parked under the Hennepin County Government Center where Derek Chauvin is being tried for the murder of George Floyd.
Minneapolis City Hall Security
March 2021
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March 2, 2021 - Minneapolis -- Boards cover entrance doors to Minneapolis City Hall. Security in place prior to the start of the Derek Chauvin Trial. Derek Chauvin is charged in the May 25th murder of George Floyd.
Hennepin County Government Center Restricted Area Signage
March 2021
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Signage on secure fencing around the government center. The Derek Chauvin trial is set to begin on March 8th.
Minnesota National Guard Vehicles at The Armory, Minneapolis
March 2021
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The Minnesota National Guard vehicles prior to deployment to Minneapolis over possible unrest during the Derek Chauvin Trial.
Razor Wire Security at Hennepin Courthouse, Minneapolis
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
APX Perimeters Fencing at Hennepin County Government Center, Minneapolis
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
Minneapolis Courthouse Fencing for Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
Hennepin County Government Center: Trial Security Fencing
February 2021
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Security fencing being installed around the courthouse that will hold the Derek Chauvin murder trial over the death of George Floyd. Jury selection is to begin March 8th.
Hennepin County Government Center Security Fencing Installation
February 2021
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Fencing continues to go up around the government center in preparation for Derek Chauvin's murder trial.
CourtTV
February 2021
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A CourtTV van parked outside the Hennepin County Government Center. CourtTV will be providing the cameras and video feed to the media pool during the Derek Chauvin Trial that begins March 8th. Chauvin is charged in the murder of George Floyd on May 25th, 2020.
Nekima Levy Armstrong at Downtown Minneapolis Protest
February 2021
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Activists held a press conference this afternoon outside the government center to announce a March 8th protest. They say the fortification of government buildings and acting like the people are the problem is not going to stop this community from demanding justice and change.
Michelle Gross speaks at press conference before Derek Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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Activists held a press conference this afternoon outside the government center to announce a March 8th protest. They say the fortification of government buildings and acting like the people are the problem is not going to stop this community from demanding justice and change.
Minneapolis Protest for Community Control of MPD
February 2021
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A woman holds a sign at a press conference announcing a March 8th protest at the start of the Derek Chauvin trial.
Hennepin County Jail Barricades for Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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The Hennepin County Public Safety Facility, the county jail, behind security fencing in preparation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.
Hennepin County Juvenile Justice Center Boarded for Derek Chauvin Trial
February 2021
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The Hennepin County Juvenile Justice Center with boarded windows in preparation for the Derek Chauvin murder trial.