Protesters Vandalize and Deface CNN Building in Atlanta Amid Protests Over George Floyd Death
The CNN headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, became a target of vandalism amid violent protests over the death of George Floyd. What began as a peaceful protest in the midday hours, escalated to violence, vandalism, fires…
The CNN headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, became a target of vandalism amid violent protests over the death of George Floyd.
What began as a peaceful protest in the midday hours, escalated to violence, vandalism, fires, and looting by night. Protesters gathered at Centennial Olympic Park in the downtown area of Atlanta, and then the crowd made its way to CNN.
The glass was broken at the CNN building, and obscene statements were written on the CNN sign and on the building.
Members of the Atlanta Police Department SWAT team ultimately resorted to releasing tear gas to clear the crowd.
See the footage of the protest below:
After the crowd disbursed from the CNN building, protesters still were not deterred. They moved on to other areas of the city, going as far as the Lenox Square Mall in the affluent Buckhead area of the city.
Protesters also looted outlet stores — including Target, AT&T, FedEx, and Starbucks — near the mall. The College Football Hall of Fame was also looted and severely damaged.
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Fires also erupted in close proximity to the mall. Several Atlanta fire trucks were damaged.
In the wake of the escalating violence, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms (D) held a press conference about the city’s unrest. Denouncing the violent protests, she expressed disapproval of the protesters’ actions as she reminded them of the history and integrity of Atlanta.