State Patrol

33 photos · 2020–2022

33 photographs tagged State Patrol, 2020–2022.

Minnesota State Patrol vehicles parked in downtown Minneapolis at night. — Minnesota State Patrol vehicles are parked on a street in downtown Minneapolis at night. The increased presence of State Patrol and local police vehicles in the city became notable during periods of civil unrest. This image was taken during a time of heightened public attention and increased law enforcement presence in Minneapolis due to protests and demonstrations.

Minnesota State Patrol officers at Line 3 protests — Minnesota State Patrol officers stand guard outside the Minnesota State Capitol building in St. Paul. The officers were present during a protest against the Line 3 pipeline, which was nearing completion at the time. Approximately one hundred individuals remained at the Capitol grounds after their permitted event expired, continuing their demonstration. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety reported four arrests related to the protest.

Minnesota State Patrol at Line 3 Protests — Protesters gathered outside the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul to oppose the Line 3 pipeline project. The demonstration occurred after the permitted event had expired, with approximately one hundred individuals remaining on the grounds. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety reported four arrests made by the State Patrol during the event. The Line 3 pipeline, a significant infrastructure project, has been a focal point for environmental and Indigenous rights activism.

Line 3 protests continue at Minnesota State Capitol — Protesters gathered outside the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul, continuing their opposition to the Line 3 pipeline project. The demonstration persisted even after the expiration of their permitted event, with approximately one hundred individuals remaining on the grounds. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety reported four arrests related to the protest. The Minnesota State Capitol, completed in 1905, serves as the seat of government for the state and is a significant architectural landmark.

Protester behind a fence in Minneapolis holds sign demanding murder charges against Kim Potter. — A protester holds a sign demanding murder charges against former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter, following the death of Daunte Wright. The protest took place outside the Hennepin County Government Center, a courthouse in Minneapolis. Wright was killed during a traffic stop in Brooklyn Center on April 11, 2021, and Potter was later convicted of second-degree manslaughter. The sign also includes the hashtag #DaunteWright, connecting the protest to the broader movement for racial justice and police accountability.

Anoka County sheriff's deputy in riot gear at the Daunte Wright protest in Brooklyn Center. — An Anoka County Sheriff's deputy stands guard outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 14, 2021. Protests had been ongoing for four consecutive days following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, by a Brooklyn Center police officer on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread demonstrations and unrest in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area.

Justice 4 Daunte Wright Projection on National Guard vehicle — Brooklyn Center, Minn. — Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020.

Protesters with umbrellas outside Brooklyn Center Police Department at night. — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 14, 2021, the fifth consecutive day of demonstrations. The protests were sparked by the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, by a Brooklyn Center police officer on April 11, 2021. The events led to widespread unrest in the Minneapolis area, with the National Guard being deployed to maintain order. The Brooklyn Center Police Department is a municipal law enforcement agency serving the city of Brooklyn Center, Minnesota.

Candle held aloft at a vigil outside Brooklyn Center Police Department after Daunte Wright's killing. — A candlelight vigil was held for Daunte Wright outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 14, 2021, the fifth consecutive day of protests following his death. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter on April 11, 2021, during a traffic stop. The incident sparked widespread protests and calls for police reform in Brooklyn Center, a suburb of Minneapolis.

Air fresheners on fencing at Brooklyn Center Police Department during Daunte Wright protests. — Air fresheners hang from the fencing surrounding the Brooklyn Center Police Department, a site of protests following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright on April 11, 2021. The protests, which lasted for several days, were a response to the killing of the 20-year-old by a police officer during a traffic stop. Reports indicated Wright was pulled over for an air freshener hanging from his rearview mirror, a detail that became a poignant symbol of the unrest.

Fencing and concrete barriers around Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. — On April 15, 2021, the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, was secured with fencing and concrete barriers. This action followed days of protests that began after the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by a police officer on April 11, 2021. The presence of the National Guard indicated a significant escalation in the response to the ongoing unrest.

Police officers behind fencing during Daunte Wright protests — Brooklyn Center, Minn. — Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020.

Police officers guard the Brooklyn Center Police Station, Daunte Wright Protest — Protesters gather for the 5th straight day at the Brooklyn Center Police Department after 20-year old Daunte Wright was shot and killed by a Brooklyn Center Police on April 11th, 2020.

Daunte Wright memorial at Kathrene Drive and 63rd Avenue North in Brooklyn Center, lit with candles and flowers. — A memorial for Daunte Wright is illuminated by candles at the intersection of Kathrene Drive and 63rd Avenue North in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by a police officer during a traffic stop in this location on April 11, 2021. The memorial includes flowers, candles, and a wooden sculpture of a raised fist, which was originally part of the George Floyd Square memorial. The incident sparked protests and unrest in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area.

Candles at the Daunte Wright memorial in Brooklyn Center on the anniversary of his death. — Candles illuminate the Daunte Wright Memorial in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, on April 14, 2021, the one-year anniversary of his death. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was killed during a traffic stop by a police officer in Brooklyn Center. The incident sparked protests and unrest in the Minneapolis area. This memorial, marked by numerous candles and flowers, serves as a place of remembrance and a focal point for ongoing discussions about racial justice and police accountability.

Protesters and a BEAR tactical vehicle at Brooklyn Center Police Department, Brooklyn Center. — Law enforcement vehicles, including a "BEAR" tactical unit, and officers from multiple agencies surround the Brooklyn Center Police Department building. The presence of the National Guard, Hennepin County Sheriffs, and Minnesota State Patrol indicates a significant public gathering. This response occurred in the aftermath of the killing of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, who was shot by a Brooklyn Center police officer during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests and calls for justice, with demonstrators holding signs such as "Black Lives Matter."

Brooklyn Center – April 14, 2021 – Daunte Wright Protests — Brooklyn Center, Minn. — Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.

Daunte Wright Protesters with umbrellas outside police station — Brooklyn Center, Minn. — Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard surround the police station as the community gathers to protest the death of 20-year old Daunte Wright. Wright was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.

Sheriff's deputies face protesters at a fence outside Brooklyn Center Police Department. — Law enforcement officers from the Brooklyn Center Police Department, Hennepin County Sheriff's Office, Minnesota State Patrol, and the National Guard established a perimeter around the Brooklyn Center Police Department. This action followed the death of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old man who was fatally shot by a Brooklyn Center police officer during a traffic stop on April 11th. The presence of multiple law enforcement agencies and the National Guard indicated a significant response to the ensuing community protests.

Police line behind the Sterling Square Apartments sign in Brooklyn Center amid Daunte Wright protests. — Protesters gather near Sterling Square Apartments in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the death of Daunte Wright. The 20-year-old was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests, with law enforcement agencies including the Brooklyn Center Police, Hennepin County Sheriffs, Minnesota State Patrol, and the National Guard present. The image captures the tense atmosphere with police in riot gear and the aftermath of gatherings, including debris and graffiti on the apartment complex sign.

Protesters shelter behind umbrellas as tear gas fills the street in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. — Protesters gather outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, to protest the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests, and law enforcement, including the Minnesota State Patrol and the National Guard, responded with tear gas and other crowd control measures.

Large crowd gathered outside Brooklyn Center Police Department during protest following Daunte Wright's death. — Daunte Wright, 20, died on April 11, 2021, after being shot by Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on 63rd Avenue North. Potter, a 26-year veteran of the department, later said she mistook her handgun for a Taser; she resigned two days after the shooting and was later convicted of manslaughter. Crowds gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department building on Humboldt Avenue in the days following Wright's death, prompting the deployment of Minnesota National Guard troops and State Patrol officers to the site. The department, which serves a city of about 30,000 residents in Hennepin County, faced weeks of nightly demonstrations calling for police accountability. Wright's death came less than 10 miles from the courthouse where former officer Derek Chauvin was on trial at the time for the killing of George Floyd.

Protesters kneel with hands raised outside Brooklyn Center Police Department after Daunte Wright's killing. — Protesters gather outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department following the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests and calls for police reform in Brooklyn Center, a suburb of Minneapolis.

Protesters outside Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, as officers stand on the roof. — Protestors gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, on April 11, 2021. The demonstration was in response to the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop earlier that day. The presence of law enforcement, including the National Guard, highlighted the tense atmosphere. The protest underscored ongoing community concerns regarding police conduct and racial justice.

Protesters outside Brooklyn Center Police Department with a "No Justice No Streets" sign in Minnesota. — Protesters gathered outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, following the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11, 2021. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis metropolitan area. The sign "No Justice No Streets" reflects the protesters' demands for accountability and systemic change within law enforcement.

Protesters outside the FBI Minneapolis Field Office with a Justice for Daunte Wright banner. — Protesters gathered outside the FBI Minneapolis Field Office on April 12, 2021, to protest the death of Daunte Wright. Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, was fatally shot by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop the previous day. The incident sparked widespread outrage and protests across the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. The FBI Minneapolis Field Office is a federal law enforcement facility responsible for a range of investigative and security operations within the region.

National Guard troops outside Brooklyn Center Police Station in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. — National Guard troops and law enforcement officers are stationed outside the Brooklyn Center Police Station in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. This deployment occurred in April 2021 following the death of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old Black man, who was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the community, leading to the mobilization of the National Guard to assist local law enforcement.

Police officers in riot gear beside a National Guard vehicle in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. — Law enforcement officers, including the National Guard, are present outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department in Brooklyn Center, Minnesota. This response occurred following the death of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old man shot by a Brooklyn Park police officer during a traffic stop on April 11th. The incident sparked protests and unrest in the community.

Brooklyn Center Police Department sign vandalized during protest — The sign for the City of Brooklyn Center Police Department is defaced with graffiti during a protest. The protest was held in response to the death of Daunte Wright, a 20-year-old man who was shot and killed by Brooklyn Park Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop on April 11th.

Minnesota State Patrol officers face protesters near Brooklyn Center Police Department after Daunte Wright shooting. — Minnesota State Patrol officers stand in formation near the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 12, 2021. The deployment followed the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by a Brooklyn Center police officer during a traffic stop the previous day. The incident sparked protests and unrest in the community, leading to a significant law enforcement presence.

Minnesota State Patrol officers mass on a residential street in Brooklyn Center after Daunte Wright's killing. — Minnesota State Patrol officers are mobilized in Brooklyn Center, a suburb of Minneapolis, following the fatal shooting of Daunte Wright by a police officer on April 11, 2021. The mobilization occurred as protesters gathered near the Brooklyn Center Police Department. The incident sparked widespread protests and unrest in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area. The presence of state patrol and other law enforcement agencies was a response to the escalating public reaction and demonstrations.

Man speaks with Minnesota State Patrol officers outside Brooklyn Center Police Department. — A man speaks with Minnesota State Patrol officers outside the Brooklyn Center Police Department on April 12, 2021. The previous evening, Daunte Wright, a Black man, was shot and killed by Brooklyn Center Police officer Kim Potter during a traffic stop. His death sparked protests and unrest in the Minneapolis suburb. State Patrol officers, identifiable by their riot gear and "State Trooper" patches, were deployed to maintain order amidst the ongoing public reaction to Wright's killing.

Minnesota State Patrol officers in riot gear on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis during protests. — Minnesota State Patrol officers in riot gear stand in formation on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis on May 29, 2020. The deployment took place during the third day of protests and unrest following the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police on May 25. Nicollet Mall is a major pedestrian and transit corridor in the city center, and state officers were mobilized there to reinforce law enforcement presence overnight.

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