In Minneapolis, where incident happened, the Mayor Jacob Frey was leaving a protest.

“Go home Jacob Frey”

Dozens of demonstrators chanted at Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey to go home.

He did leave the Saturday afternoon protest over police brutality and the death of George Floyd.

The crowd yelled “Shame!” as Frey was leaving the vicinity.

This reaction came after organizers gave a microphone to the mayor. He told demonstrators that he had been coming to grips with his “own brokenness” and acknowledged a need for structural reform.

Furthermore, he said that the racist system needed to be revamped, in terms of how the police department operates.

Moreover, on a video it is shown that a protest organizer took the microphone. Only to ask Jacob Frey would he commit to defunding the Minneapolis Police Department.

After some back and forth, Frey answered that he does not support the full abolition of the police. At that moment the crowd started booing and called for Jacob Frey to go home.

Defunding the police

Calls to “defund the police” are growing across the nation.

However, many activists say this means they want funds to be reallocated from police departments to initiatives that support communities of color. Some of the initiatives include mental health resources and COVID-19 support.

In addition, many advocates say this movement is not promoting the full abolition of police, rather they want cities to scale back on police department budgets.

Over the last few decades, police budgets across the country have risen into the billions.

It is unclear whether or not Jacob Frey knew exactly what the protesters were calling for. And, or if these organizers actually wanted Frey to abolish the Minneapolis Police Department.

Anyhow, Frey is a first-term mayor who was presiding over a thriving city before the death of Floyd. So, a handcuffed black man, sparked the violence.

This incident stroke a nerve not only in Minneapolis, but in the whole US. Which also spread to some parts of the world.

The situation was not handled very well by the Minneapolis authorities.

Therefore, some wonder whether Frey’s approach to the crisis might damage his chances for reelection next year.

Minneapolis news

Police had cleared the 3^rd precinct shortly after 10 p.m., when demonstrators forcibly entered and ignited several fires.

Mayor Jacob Frey decided to pull police out of the precinct, but they still patrolled the community.

Additionally, fires burned on both sides of the police station as demonstrators pushed down temporary fencing and occupied property at the precinct. Other buildings nearby were also burning.

Furthermore, the city of Minneapolis urged people to retreat from the area as a precaution. Minneapolis news reports that gas lines of the 3^rd precinct have been cut and other explosives are in the building.

Police reported there were no serious injuries.

Gov. Tim Walz signed an executive order activating the National Guard. The order was needed after extensive damage to private property occurred and peaceful protests evolved into a dangerous situation for protesters and first responders.

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter urged people to stay home and not to come to protest. He said to focus on George Floyd, on advancing the movement and on preventing this from ever happening again.

In addition, President Donald Trump blamed local leadership for the unrest and threatening deploy National Guard troops.

Business shutdown and riots

In Minneapolis news about 170 businesses are facing severe damages by vandalism, looting, or fires.

Looters broke into Target and T.J. Maxx.

Metro Transit shut down almost all services. An airport shuttle and its Northstar commuter line were all that remained operational.

Minneapolis news reports that multiple riots have occured in other states.

In New York City, at least 40 people are facing charges by the police.

Minneapolis leaders pleaded for peace.

Protesters should be angry about Floyd’s death in police custody. However, they have no right to perpetrate violence and harm on the very communities that you say you are standing up for.

Authorities are trying everything in order to serve a justice in Floyd’s death whatever the consequences. Police officers need to treat all of our citizens with respect and understanding and should be held to the very highest standards for their conduct.

The Justice Department and the FBI are thoroughly investigating officers who are in the case.

Furthermore, Floyd’s death is a murder by the hand of a police officer. All with pinning Floyd to the ground with a knee on the neck.

“No justice, no peace… I can’t breathe”

The demonstrations had started as peaceful initially, but became extremely dangerous, said Tim Walz, Minnesota Gov.

Moreover, angry protestants have been attacking third police precinct, where 4 police officer worked at, by throwing items and water bottles.

Therefore, police created a barrier outside and used tear gas to break the riots around the precinct.

Opposite from the precinct, there was an AutoZone store in flames, and protestants damaged other stores in close perimeter also.

Considering those events, Tim Walz sent Minnesota National Guard on the streets to look after demonstrations.

What’s more, people are also gathering in Denver and New York to call for justice and show disapproval regarding the death of George Floyd.  

Additionally, in New York, police is arresting around 40 people. Also, some officers were injured, according to CNN.

Suffice to say, “I can’t breathe” and “No justice, no peace” became recognized outcry and a symbol of protest, you can see everywhere.

Anyhow, four officers involved in George’s Floyd murder are going to get fired as soon as possible.

Furthermore, a police officer who directly put his knee on Floyd’s neck should be charged, said Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.

George Floyd was a peaceful man

According to family, George Floyd was a “gentle giant” and a very peaceful man who wouldn’t hurt anyone.

Namely, George Floyd and the officer who was kneeling on his neck, Derek Chauvin. Both worked at El Nuevo Rodeo Club.

However, it is unclear if they knew each other, said Maya Santamaria. The ex-owner of the club which became a target of outraging protestors.

Furthermore, the family had strongly believed that Derek Chauvin should face a charge for murder, and not surprisingly, that happened.

Therefore, he is getting convicted by third-degree murder and manslaughter in the death of George Floyd.

Further, Mayor Jacob Frey has imposed a curfew that began Friday night and will extend through the weekend.

What’s interesting, President Trump will talk with George Floyd’s family and expressed his condolences. Saying that demonstrations shouldn’t extend into anarchy.

Anyhow, George Floyd became a symbol of the fight for justice amidst police violence. Also, excessive use of force which cost many people their lives.