At least 11 people became victims of mass protests in the USA: what is happening in the country

One victim was the owner of a popular Louisville barbecue restaurant that provided free food to police. The other is “Mr. Indianapolis,” a former star football player. Another one killed was a federal officer. He was working as a security guard when the protests began. All of them are among those who died during protests in American cities over the death of George Floyd, killed by a police officer in Minneapolis, writes KTLA.

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Many of those killed were African-American, adding to the tragedy for their communities. Hundreds of others were injured in the chaos, with police also injured and protesters hit by rubber bullets. The number of deaths and the circumstances of the murders in many cities are still being clarified, but some things have already become known.

Louisville

On June 1, when police and National Guard troops tried to disperse the crowd, they heard gunshots and fired back, killing David Makati, the owner of a barbecue restaurant. The mayor fired the police chief after he found out that the officers did not turn on their body cameras. State police and the US Attorney are also conducting an investigation.

Makati was a 53-year-old African American who offered free meals to officers who went to his restaurant.

“We have lost a great citizen named David McAtee,” said Louisville Mayor Greg Fischer. “David was a friend to many, a well-known barbecue guy.”

On June 2, Acting Police Chief Robert Schroeder stated that video from surveillance cameras at Makati’s office and an adjacent store show that Makati was firing a pistol when officers approached.

“This video does not answer all questions. But we publish it to ensure transparency. It is unclear, including why he fired and where the police were at the time,” Schroeder said.

The protests in Louisville took place against the backdrop of not only the murder of Floyd, but also the death of the African-American Breonne Taylor, who was killed in her house in Louisville in March. The 26-year-old woman received 8 bullets from drug detectives who knocked out her front door. She never found drugs.

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Oakland, California

A federal law enforcement officer provided security in a federal court during a protest when he was shot from a car. 53-year-old Dave Patrick Underwood died, another officer was seriously injured.

It is unclear whether the drive-by shooting was related to the protests, although the federal building's glass doors were broken and the main entrance was covered in anti-police graffiti.

Underwood, who was an African American, and another officer were hired by the Department of Homeland Security. They watched the protest nearby.

No one has been arrested, and the motive for the shooting has not yet been determined. Underwood was the brother of Angela Underwood Jacobs, a newly nominated Republican candidate for the United States Congress.

Indianapolis

Two people died on May 30 and 31, including 38-year-old Chris Beatty, a former forward at Indiana University. He was known as "Mr. Indianapolis" and stayed in touch with the Hoosiers long after graduation. Chris, among other things, was a prominent businessman in the city, managing several nightclubs.

"I have no words. "The news of Chris Beatty's death is devastating," coach Tom Allen said. “Chris has inspired and supported me since I coached in Indiana!” His passion for life and football energized me every time."

The circumstances of the murder were not immediately clear, but some media reported that this happened near his apartment. Beatty died that night when an 18-year-old guy was mortally wounded during protests in Indianapolis.

Davenport, Iowa

Police are investigating the death of Italy’s 22-year-old Kelly, who was shot dead on June 1 during a protest near the Walmart building, and the death of a man found nearby, where suspects fired on police.

The circumstances surrounding Kelly's death are grim, but no arrests have been made so far. Kelly and her friend were getting into their car to leave as the protest got out of hand when she was shot in the back, said the girl's aunt, Amy Hale of Kansas.

“She was always smiling, always laughing. That's why it's so sad that she passed away in such a cruel way,” Hale said. “Italy was a bright personality.”

Authorities said the officer, who was patrolling the city on May 31, was ambushed and killed in a shootout. Another policeman fired back - the suspects fled, but got into an accident and were arrested. Near the place where the officer was shot, police found a man who had died from the gunshot, lying near a car. Police say a gun was found under his body. The person's name was not made public.

The police said that video surveillance showed the involvement of this man and some of those arrested in the shooting near the jewelry store a few hours earlier.

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Minneapolis

The first murder since the start of the protests occurred here - 43-year-old African American Calvin Horton Jr. was fatally shot near a pawn shop. As a result, the pawnshop owner was arrested. Police say they are investigating the circumstances of the killing, including those related to protests in the surrounding area. The pawnshop itself was heavily damaged during the riots.

Omaha, Nebraska

James Scarlock, a 22-year-old African-American, was killed on May 30 after, according to authorities, he fought with the owner of two bars in the city center. Video surveillance shows a group of people, including Scarlock, coming to the owner of the bar Jake Gardner. Two people pushed Gardner to the ground, and he shot into the air. Seconds later, Scarlock jumped on Gardner, who then fired a shotgun over his shoulder at Skarlock.

Authorities refused to press charges of murder, calling the shooting self-defense. But Gardner can still be charged with an offense because his permission to covertly carry weapons has expired, the police chief said.

Detroit

A 21-year-old man was killed in the city center after his car was shot during a protest. According to a police report, a man was sitting in the driver's seat in a car in a parking lot with two people when an unidentified man opened fire and left the scene of the crime.

Suburb of chicago

According to officials, during the June 1 riots in the city of Cicero near Chicago, two people died. Police spokeswoman Ray Hananiah did not provide details about the dead, but said that this happened during the protests.

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