On May 25, 2020, in Minneapolis Minnesota, George Flyod was confronted by employees from Cup Foods for using a counterfeit $20 to buy cigs.
The employee's demand for the cigs back, but end up calling the police
When police arrive they forcbily remove Flyod from his car and handcuff him
One of the officer's knelt on Floyd's neck for 9 minutes and 25 seconds and he died
Many people recorded the altercation and news spread fast. His death sparked outrage about police brutality
People wanted to abolish and defund the police.
JUSTICE FOR GEORGE FLOYD!!!!
Protests went on for over 2 years across the country. During that time the officers who arrested Floyd we'e charged
The officer who kneeled on Floyd was charged with murder. All officer's involved went to prison
George Floyd left a lasting legacy that continues to influence conversations about racism, justice, and equality.
This terrible legacy serves as a reminder of the urgent need for social change and the ongoing fight for a more fair and inclusive society.
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