Police across the United States are using a variety of weapons on protesters during demonstrations against the death of an unarmed black man in police custody.
FILE PHOTO: The rubber bullet shells from a 40mm less-lethal gun lie on the ground after being launched at protesters rioting near the Target store on University Avenue after the death in Minneapolis police custody of George Floyd, in St. Paul, Minnesota, U.S. May 28, 2020. REUTERS/Adam Bettcher/File Photo
Police have used a range of weapons against peaceful protesters as well as members of the press during the demonstrations. Described as non-lethal, these weapons can seriously injure, disable and even kill. Chemical irritants include tear gas and pepper spray, which cause sensations of burning, pain and inflammation of the airways.
Tear gas has been widely and frequently used by police to disperse protesters. CS or CN gas are chemical compound powders that spray from canisters. They produce a burning sensation in the eyes and mouth that incapacitates. Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti said the city’s police department will minimize the use of rubber projectiles during peaceful protests going forward.
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