Seven Points Parking Ramp (April, 2022)
The Seven Points Mall parking ramp where Winston Smith was killed in June 2021.
Wince Way sign in Uptown Minneapolis
A sign that reads “Wince Way” behind the newly installed security fencing outside the Lake & Girard parking ramp and Wince Marie Garden.
Deona Marie Memorial after being cleared
A few candles and flowers remain at the memorial for Deona Knajdek a week after the space was cleared by private security contractors. Knajdek was killed while protesting the law enforcement shooting death of Winston Smith 10 days prior when a car dove through barricades put in place by protesters.
We will not be silent protest sign
A sign reading “We will not be silent so that you can remain comfortable!” on the security fencing around the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorials at Lake & Girard.
Paramilitary Contractors in Uptown
A sign reading “Paramilitary contractors accountable to no one are running around uptown now.” with “They assaulted someone last night.” added to the bottom. The sign was seen after a private security company cleared and started to patrol the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorial sites.
Private security at Seven Points
Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Winston Smith Memorial Garden clearing
Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Private security at peace garden in Minneapolis
Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Fencing goes up at Winston Smith protest site
Minneapolis Police outside what was the Wince Marie Memorial Garden. Private security and police cleared the lot and fencing was put up.July 17, 2021
Armed private security at Seven Points protest
Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue. The space had been a protest zone after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades into the protesters.
Signs outside the newly cleared Winston Smith Protest
Signs laying against newly installed barricades outside what was the Winston Smith and Deona Marie Memorials.
Deona Marie Memorial after clearing by police
The Deona Marie Memorial after it was cleared in the morning by private security contractors.
Armed private security in Uptown Minneapolis
Private security clears out the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorial in Uptown Minneapolis. Some of the contractors were carrying restraint zip ties while being armed with military fatigue.
The space had been a protest zone since June 3rd after law enforcement killed Winston Smith on June 3rd. Deona Marie was killed 10 days later when a man drove through barricades that were put in place to protect protesters.
Private Security Surveillance in Uptown
A security guard looks down at those on Lake Street with a pair of binoculars.
Fencing at Winston Smith protest site
Security guards and fencing around the parking garage that held memorials for Winston smith and Deona Marie.
Protesters climb fencing at Winston Smith protest site
Protesters climb the fence outside the Winston Smith and Deona Marie memorials. The memorials had been cleared by private security contractors earlier in the morning.
Minneapolis police at Winston Smith peace garden
Protesters and who the police call “hot rodders” shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.
Minneapolis Police and Winston Smith protesters
Protesters and who the police call “hot rodders” shut down streets in Uptown Minneapolis. Police moved in hours later and the crowd dispersed. Minneapolis Police also declared an unlawful assembly but eventually left without making any arrests.
Power to the People in Uptown Minneapolis
Minneapolis Police arrive at the “Wince Marie Peace Garden” after they respond to “hot rodder” and protester street closures a couple blocks away.
Dumpster Fires in Uptown Minneapolis
Shortly after the “hot rodders” dispersed at Hennepin & Lagoon. The streets were barricaded during protests following Winston Smith being killed by police.