Daunte Wright, a twenty-year-old African American man, was killed by Brooklyn Center police officer Kimberly Potter during a traffic stop in Minnesota. Wright was pulled over for a minor infraction, which escalated when authorities discovered an outstanding warrant against him. As Wright attempted to flee, officer Potter discharged her firearm, fatally shooting him. Witnesses reported the chaotic moments that followed, with police attempting to render aid while others recorded the incident on their phones. The tragic event ignited immediate responses from the community, as news spread quickly, and protests began in Brooklyn Center, demanding accountability and systemic change in policing practices. The incident unfolded just a few days before the verdict in the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd, further intensifying the emotions surrounding issues of racial injustice and police brutality. Officer Potter later stated that she meant to deploy her taser instead of her gun, which raised questions about police training and the use of force in high-stress situations.