Businesses near site of George Floyd killing sue Minneapolis, accusing police of ignoring ‘no-go zone’ violence - City still debating future of intersection where Minneapolis police killed George Floy

Eight more businesses have sued the city of Minneapolis over its handling of the neighborhood where George Floyd was killed by police.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINN. Five years after George Floyd’s death, Minneapolis has failed to create George Floyd Square in a “timely and safe manner,” according to a new lawsuit filed against the city by eight businesses near the Square. The plaintiffs are seeking $49 million, claiming lost income, employees, and a drop in property values.

A total of eight businesses near George Floyd Square have now filed a $49 million lawsuit against Minneapolis. They’re claiming lost income, lost employees, and have seen their property values plummet due to “city conduct.

Attorney Michael Healey represents all of the business owners in the suit. He told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS why his clients are seeking financial compensation.