Minneapolis Riots

A black man, who had reportedly killed someone earlier in the day, shot himself in the head in an incident that had nothing whatsoever to do with police brutality. However, hundreds of people rioted anyway.

The Wisconsin DOJ finally released a statement confirming that Jacob Blake appeared to be reaching for the knife when he was leaning into his car. Governor Evers and AG Josh Kaul should be held accountable for withholding pertinent information that led to rioting.

Minneapolis Police Department issued some tips for residents to limit their risk of robbery that includes “be prepared to give up your cell phone and purse/wallet” to robbers, “do not walk alone,” and avoid fighting with criminals, “Do what they say. Your safety is most important.”

The total damage in the city was estimated at about $500 million. Earlier deployment of the National Guard to confront and arrest the destroyers could have greatly reduced the damage. The city council voted unanimously to approve a pledge to abolish the Minneapolis Police Department.