Winston Smith Graffiti at Lake Street Parking Ramp, Uptown Minneapolis

Graffiti on banner surrounding parking garage in Uptown Minneapolis
Graffiti on banner surrounding parking garage in Uptown Minneapolis.

Graffiti memorializing Winston Smith adorns the Lake Street Parking Ramp in Uptown Minneapolis. Smith died in June 2021 after an encounter with law enforcement at this location, sparking protests and community outcry. The graffiti, including the name "Winston Smith" and messages such as "Kill Cops," reflects the anger and grief following his death.

Photo taken in November 2021.

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