Protests in Denver are entering a second week after the May 25 death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Floyd was a black man killed when a white police officer knelt on the back of Floyd’s neck for nearly nine minutes as Floyd screamed “I can’t breathe!” Floyd was later pronounced death and the officers involved have seen been fired and arrested.
On the seventh straight night of demonstrations, thousands gathered at the Colorado Capitol and in Civic Center Park to peacefully protest police brutality. Denver Mayor Michael Hancock joined crowds, saying that “it’s time to get to work” on implementing changes. Police Chief Paul Pazen similarly promised changes in his department but offered few specifics on what that would look like in a virtual community discussion on police accountability.
Thursday morning, Denver hosted a memorial for Floyd at Civic Center Park, honoring his life in song and prayer from 10 to 11 a.m. Later today, there are more protests expected as well as public discussions on the future of education. Check back here for the latest updates on the demonstrations in Denver.
Previous coverage
- June 3 — Denver mayor to George Floyd protesters: After talking, “itap time to get to work” | Denver police chief promises change and accountability in town hall, but offers few specifics | Denver mayor walks backs “murder” comments, though others hold him to it
- June 2 — Sixth day of protest over George Floyd death draws thousands to Denver for peaceful gathering
- June 1 — Fifth night of George Floyd protests remained peaceful for several hours, tear gas deployed just after midnight to disperse remaining crowd
- May 31 — For fourth night, Denver police unleash tear gas and foam bullets as marchers again defy curfew
- May 30 — Tear gas flies, protesters set fires on third night of unrest in Denver | As Denver curfew arrives, George Floyd protesters cheer
- May 29 — Denver police deploy flash-bangs and tear gas as second day of George Floyd protests stretches into night
- May 28 — Tear gas, pepper balls used on Denver crowds in George Floyd protests Thursday night
More information on police and protests
- Joining crowds of Denver protesters brings risk of COVID-19 exposure. Here’s how to protect yourself — and when to get tested.
- Denver police chief vows to investigate use of tear gas, projectiles on peaceful protesters
- Amid protests, Colorado lawmakers float bill to counter police brutality
- Trump declares he’s president of law and order, warns of military deployment as protests resume
- Denver’s emergency curfew pushed to 9 p.m., extended through Friday morning
- RTD restores limited bus and light rail service to and from downtown Denver
- Boarded windows, cleanup efforts in downtown Denver after weekend of property damage
- Voices from the George Floyd protest in Denver
- Denver City Council members call for investigation into police use of force during George Floyd protests
- Murder charge increased against ex-Minneapolis officer, 3 others charged with aiding and abetting in George Floyd’s death
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