CHARLOTTE — The arrest and death of George Floyd in Minneapolis has once again sparked a movement in the U.S., including Charlotte.
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Three nights of protests resulted in businesses vandalized and police using tear gas and flash bangs to disperse the large crowds.
A justice walk started Monday night in Freedom Park.
As night fell, more than 1,000 marched in unity through streets of Dilworth and Myers Park.
Signs of unity and support all along the march. Demonstrators tell neighbors “We love you, thank you.” #GeorgeFloyd #BlackLivesMatter pic.twitter.com/NadajNHreW
— Genevieve Curtis (@GenevieveWSOC9) June 1, 2020
Neighbors showed support and stood in their yards, waved from windows and gave out water bottles for the demonstrators.
Shortly before 9 p.m., CMPD said the lawful protest ended peacefully.
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The lawful protest at Freedom Park has now concluded. We appreciate the community's cooperation.
— CMPD News (@CMPD) June 2, 2020
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