Police

148 photos · 2009–2026

148 photographs tagged Police, 2009–2026.

Plywood boarding surrounds Minneapolis City Hall's entrance following wind damage to the historic downtown building. — Minneapolis City Hall, a Beaux-Arts style building completed in 1909, is seen here boarded up following damage from heavy winds.

Woman holds up No Justice No Streets sign in St Paul — Protesters gathered in St. Paul, Minnesota, to demand justice for George Floyd and other victims of police brutality. The "No Justice No Streets" slogan, prominently displayed on a sign, reflects the widespread anger and calls for systemic change following Floyd's murder. This event was part of a larger national movement that brought attention to issues of racial inequality and police accountability. The protest took place near the Minnesota State Capitol, a significant site for political action and public assembly in the state.

No Justice No Streets graffiti — Graffiti reading "No Justice, No Streets" is spray-painted on the exterior of a building at George Floyd Square in Minneapolis. This message reflects the community's sentiment during the prolonged closure of the intersection following the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The square, which became a site of protest and remembrance, was the subject of city discussions regarding its reopening to vehicular traffic.

Police at Near North encampment clearing in Minneapolis — Minneapolis Police officers responded to a homeless encampment on the Near North side of the city. The presence of law enforcement indicates a planned clearing of the encampment, which had been established by individuals experiencing homelessness. Camp protectors were present, suggesting a confrontation or protest against the city's action. This event highlights the ongoing challenges of homelessness and the city's approach to managing encampments.

No Justice No Peace lock at Chauvin trial — A padlock inscribed with "No justice, No peace" is affixed to a chain-link fence surrounding the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis. This security measure was in place during the 2021 trial of Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer charged with the murder of George Floyd. The trial, held in the same building, drew significant public attention and protests related to racial justice and police brutality.

Theres Blood In These Streets mirror art — Mirrored panels bearing protest messages, including "There's Blood In These Streets" and "No Justice No Peace," are displayed outside the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis. The courthouse was the site of the trial for Derek Chauvin, a former Minneapolis police officer charged in the death of George Floyd on May 25, 2020. The messages reflect the ongoing protests and calls for justice that followed Floyd's murder and highlighted systemic issues within law enforcement.

Minneapolis police 1st precinct security door — The Minneapolis Police Department's 1st Precinct building, located in Downtown Minneapolis, is shown with a newly installed security door. This retractable barrier is designed to slide down and cover the building's windows, enhancing security. The installation of such measures reflects the heightened security concerns and the department's response to events such as the Minneapolis Uprising, which significantly impacted the city and its public institutions.

Heavy security outside Derek Chauvin trial — Minnesota National Guard members stand behind fencing at the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis. This security presence was established during the trial of Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer charged in the murder of George Floyd. The trial, which began in March 2021, drew significant public attention and heightened security measures around the courthouse. The presence of the National Guard underscored the tense atmosphere and concerns about potential unrest following the widely publicized events of George Floyd's death.

Trump protesters continue to gather at MN State Capitol — Protesters gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul during winter. The "Stop the Steal" movement, which falsely claimed widespread fraud in the 2020 presidential election, organized protests across the United States. This event at the Minnesota State Capitol, a significant government building designed by Cass Gilbert and completed in 1905, reflects the broader national unrest and challenges to democratic processes that occurred following the election. The presence of American flags and the winter setting are characteristic of the period's political climate and the geographic location.

Police look for protesters on new years — On New Year's Eve, approximately 100 individuals gathered in Downtown Minneapolis for a nationwide protest supporting those imprisoned by the state. Following an incident where the Hennepin County Jail was spray-painted, multiple law enforcement agencies, including Minneapolis Police, State Patrol, Golden Valley Police Department, and Hennepin County Sheriffs, responded to the area. This coordinated response, which included state aerial surveillance, led to the arrest of dozens of participants.

Police at new years eve protest — Hennepin County Sheriff's Department deputies are present in Downtown Minneapolis during a New Year's Eve protest. This event was part of an annual nationwide "Noise Protest" organized to call for the abolishing of prisons and to stand in solidarity with incarcerated individuals. The protest in Minneapolis led to approximately 40 arrests, reflecting ongoing public engagement with issues of criminal justice and incarceration.

Noise demo protest in Minneapolis — A New Year's Eve protest took place in Downtown Minneapolis, part of a nationwide call to support individuals imprisoned by the state. Approximately one hundred participants gathered in the urban environment. Law enforcement agencies, including the Minneapolis Police, State Patrol, Golden Valley PD, and Hennepin Sheriffs, responded to the event. Dozens of arrests were made after the Hennepin County Jail was spray-painted during the protest.

Police officer outside the Dolal Idd crime scene — A Minneapolis police officer stands during a protest following the fatal shooting of Dolal Idd. This protest took place near the intersection of 36th Avenue and Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis, outside the Holiday Gas station where Idd was killed by Minneapolis Police. Dolal Idd was shot by Minneapolis Police on December 30, 2020, leading to public protests regarding police use of force.

Police in front of George Floyd mural — Minneapolis Police officers investigate a shooting at George Floyd Square in South Minneapolis on December 27, 2020. This site, located at the intersection of E 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, transformed into a significant memorial and protest space following the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Large amount of police enter George Floyd Square — Minneapolis Police officers arrive at George Floyd Square, located at the intersection of E 38th Street and Elliot Avenue in South Minneapolis, following a shooting incident. Prior to their arrival, two victims had been transported to hospitals by community members present at the square. Residents at the square confronted the responding officers, subsequently offering to escort five of them to collect shell casings from the site. George Floyd Square emerged as a significant memorial and protest site after the murder of George Floyd in May 2020.

Armed State Patrol at a Stop The Steal rally — Minnesota State Patrol officers stand guard at a 'Stop The Steal' rally in St. Paul. This protest took place outside the Minnesota Governor's Residence, a historic mansion serving as the official residence of the state's governor since 1965. The State Patrol was deployed after counter-protesters arrived. Supporters of the 'Stop The Steal' movement had been gathering for several weeks at this location, protesting the results of the 2020 presidential election.

Stop The Steal protesters and police in St Paul — Minnesota State Patrol officers stand guard during a 'Stop The Steal' protest and counter-protest on Summit Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota. The protest, which included 'Back The Blue' supporters, gathered near the Minnesota Governor's Residence. This event reflects the broader 'Stop The Steal' movement that emerged following the 2020 U.S. presidential election, asserting claims of election fraud. The counter-protest developed after weeks of the Proud Boys joining the 'Stop The Steal' protesters in the area, underscoring heightened political tensions.

Minneapolis Park Police make arrests at Powderhorn Park — Minneapolis Park Police and Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board staff oversaw the clearing of a homeless encampment at Powderhorn Park in South Minneapolis on July 20, 2020. This operation addressed the significant growth of unhoused individuals residing in the park following the social unrest and economic disruptions experienced in the city during early 2020. Powderhorn Park, a historic green space established in the late 19th century, functions as a vital community and recreational area. The clearing aimed to remove temporary shelters and relocate residents, underscoring the complex challenges of homelessness and the management of public spaces in urban environments.

National Guard troops on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis during George Floyd protests. — Minnesota National Guard soldiers stand at an intersection on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis on May 30, 2020, during overnight protests following the death of George Floyd. The troops are positioned outside commercial buildings with plywood covering the windows and doors, reflecting security measures taken as unrest spread through the city. Nicollet Mall is a major downtown pedestrian and transit corridor, and the Guard deployment marked the city and state's emergency response during the fourth day of unrest.

Fire at Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on East Lake Street during a protest in Minneapolis. — Fire burns at the Minneapolis Police Third Precinct on East Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 28, 2020, as a crowd gathers outside during protests following the death of George Floyd. The police station had been abandoned by officers earlier that evening before the building was set ablaze. The Third Precinct became one of the most visible locations in Minneapolis during the unrest that followed Floyd’s killing.

Minneapolis police on the 3rd Precinct roof in south Minneapolis during protests. — Minneapolis Police officers stand on the roof of the department’s 3rd Precinct station in south Minneapolis on May 27, 2020. Several officers are equipped with helmets, shields, and less-lethal launchers as the building became a flashpoint during protests that followed the killing of George Floyd two days earlier.

Minneapolis Police fire at protesters at 3rd Precinct — Minneapolis police officers stand on the roof and at the entrance of the Minneapolis Police 3rd Precinct on Lake Street in Minneapolis on May 27, 2020, as protesters gather behind barricades outside the building. Several officers aiming less-lethal launchers from the roof, while boarded and damaged windows are visible across the front of the precinct. The station became a central location in the protests that followed the killing of George Floyd earlier that week.

Minneapolis police fire less-lethal munitions near the 3rd Precinct as a protester runs past. — Minneapolis Police officers fire less-lethal munitions on a street near the 3rd Precinct station in Minneapolis on May 26, 2020, as a protester runs through the foreground holding a sign. The officers are wearing helmets and gas masks during demonstrations that followed the killing of George Floyd and intensified around the precinct.

Police vehicle and excavator on wet Hennepin Avenue in downtown Minneapolis at night during COVID-19 shutdown. — Hennepin Avenue runs through downtown Minneapolis past Target Center, home of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx, and Mayo Clinic Square, a mixed-use building housing retail space and the Minnesota Timberwolves' practice facility. The corridor sits at the center of the city's entertainment and sports district, connecting to First Avenue and the Warehouse District a few blocks south. In late March 2020, Minnesota's stay-at-home order emptied this stretch of its usual foot traffic, leaving only intermittent police and maintenance activity on the street.

Minneapolis Target Field Station with officers on the platform beside a Green Line train and Prince mural. — Minneapolis Target Field Station with Prince Mural and Security. On October 10, 2019, Homeland Security officers were present at the Target Field light rail station in downtown Minneapolis. This increased security presence was in response to a major political rally held at the nearby arena, which prompted heightened security measures throughout the Warehouse District transit corridor. The station serves as a key transit hub, connecting light rail lines to the downtown area and surrounding neighborhoods.

Minneapolis police in riot gear face protesters outside Target Center during a Trump rally in downtown Minneapolis. — Minneapolis police officers in riot gear formed a barricade on First Avenue outside the Target Center on October 10, 2019. They confronted protesters gathered for a campaign rally held by then-President Donald Trump. The rally drew thousands to downtown Minneapolis, prompting a significant law enforcement response. The police line separated demonstrators from attendees as tensions escalated.

NYPD traffic officer directs pedestrians at a Times Square crosswalk in Manhattan. — NYPD traffic officer at a Times Square crosswalk in Manhattan. The officer manages pedestrian movement at a busy Midtown intersection amid heavy foot traffic and temporary construction barriers. Times Square is one of New York City's highest-volume pedestrian districts, requiring regular traffic control by the New York Police Department.

The Minneapolis Police Department's 4th Precinct building in North Minneapolis, Minnesota, photographed in 2009. The precinct served as a law enforcement facility for the area. — The Minneapolis Police Department's 4th Precinct building, located in North Minneapolis, served as a key law enforcement facility for the area. Established to provide public safety and community services, the precinct's operations were integral to the functioning of this part of the city.

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