A black man, identified as George Floyd, died in Minneapolis, Minnesota in the United States on Monday, May 25.

Despite repeated pleas that he could not breathe, he was pinned to the ground by a police officer using his knee.

A video recording of the incident showed a police officer on top of Floyd.

The officer, later identified as Derek Chauvin, appears to ignore pleas from bystanders, as well as Floyd himself to take his knee off the man's neck.

Later footage also showed two other officers behind a police car, holding Floyd down.

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The incident caused much anger within the Minneapolis community, and soon protesters took to the streets.

In the morning and early-afternoon, activists, neighbourhood groups, and community organisers created memorials at the intersection, with messages such as "No Justice, No Peace", "RIP", and "Remember His Name".

Then, in the late-afternoon and evening, thousands arrived at the scene, bringing with them signs and bullhorns, according to KARE.

Many wore masks while organisers reportedly distributed face coverings to those who did not have them, in light of the Covid-19 situation.

Then, slightly after 6pm, organisers began the march to the Third Precinct, where officers in riot gear deployed tear gas on the crowds.

Here are some photos of the clashes between protesters and police by local Minneapolis media companies:

Here are the latest photos from @CarlosGphoto coming in from the protest march over George Floyd's death, which turned into a clash between Minneapolis police and protesters. #georgefloyd https://t.co/pmcMibimEj pic.twitter.com/YMLKQS0Jhk

— Star Tribune (@StarTribune) May 27, 2020

Photos of today’s George Floyd protest and clashes with police, from the photographers of Minneapolis Star-Tribune. https://t.co/9gznZVUNrS pic.twitter.com/nU1iNU4Z1D

— Matt Pearce 🦅🇺🇸 (@mattdpearce) May 27, 2020

The protests have gone on for three nights as of May 29, 2020.

On Thursday, Target closed 24 of their outlets in Minneapolis after some took to looting the stores.

Target is being looted pic.twitter.com/GCGteCG8gV

— Karen Scullin FOX9 (@kscullinfox9) May 27, 2020

Here is a statement from Target:

“We are heartbroken by the death of George Floyd and the pain it is causing our community. At this time, we have made the decision to close a number of our stores until further notice. Our focus will remain on our team members’ safety and helping our community heal.”

A few hours ago, reports emerged of a police precinct being set on fire.

https://twitter.com/SSMoghadam/status/1266210089490214913

Here is the scene near the station.

Fire works and cheers as Minneapolis Police 3rd precinct is set on fire. Now the fire is burning stronger #GeorgeFloyd pic.twitter.com/OqGPDuMqEp

— Sara Sidner (@sarasidnerCNN) May 29, 2020

The City of Minneapolis also tweeted out the possibility of explosives being in the building.

We're hearing unconfirmed reports that gas lines to the Third Precinct have been cut and other explosive materials are in the building.

If you are near the building, for your safety, PLEASE RETREAT in the event the building explodes.

— City of Minneapolis (@CityMinneapolis) May 29, 2020

US President Donald Trump also weighed in on the issue.

The National Guard has sent 500 soldiers to Minneapolis.

We have activated more than 500 soldiers to St. Paul, Minneapolis and surrounding communities. Our mission is to protect life, preserve property and the right to peacefully demonstrate. A key objective is to ensure fire departments are able to respond to calls.

— Minnesota National Guard (@MNNationalGuard) May 29, 2020

We are here with the Minneapolis Fire Department ready to assist so they can safely do their mission. pic.twitter.com/FjsCJ5B8d0

— Minnesota National Guard (@MNNationalGuard) May 29, 2020

"A key objective is to ensure fire departments are able to respond to calls."

The four police officers in question have been fired from their jobs.

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