The Minneapolis neighborhood where federal immigration officers shot and killed a woman on Wednesday lies less than a mile from the intersection where George Floyd was killed by police in 2020, a location that has since become a global symbol of racial justice protests and demands for police accountability.
The proximity of the two incidents has heightened sensitivity in the surrounding community, where residents remain acutely aware of the area’s history with law enforcement encounters and the lasting impact of Floyd’s death. That 2020 killing sparked nationwide demonstrations and led to significant scrutiny of policing practices in Minneapolis and across the United States.
Local leaders and community members have expressed concern and called for transparency as details about Wednesday’s shooting continue to emerge. Advocacy groups have emphasized the need for clear communication from federal authorities and independent review of the circumstances surrounding the use of deadly force.
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