Target temporarily closing some stores across nation following looting, rioting - NJ.com

About 175 Target stores across the country are being temporarily closed amid several days of nationwide protests and violence after a Minneapolis police officer was charged with the murder of George Floyd, a handcuffed black man who pleaded for air as the officer pressed a knee on his neck.

Though no stores in New Jersey are affected, 10 in New York City and Philadelphia have been shuttered on the heels of looting and rioting in both cities.

“We are heartbroken by the death of George Floyd and the pain it is causing communities across the country,” the Minneapolis-based retail chain said in a statement Saturday. “Our focus will remain on our team members’ safety and helping our community heal.”

Philadelphia police said early Sunday they have made 109 arrests, including 43 for looting and burglary and an additional 52 for violating the 8 p.m. curfew implemented by Mayor Jim Kenny.

A day of mainly peaceful protests in the area of City Hall and the Art Museum turned violent at night as people smashed windows and clashed with police in Philadelphia. At least 13 officers were injured, seven of whom suffered burns to the face, police said.

In New York City, police said early Saturday, “professional and organized agitators caused havoc on the city resulting in violence, injured police officers, and the destruction of property.” The NYPD then arrested at least 345 Saturday night and early Sunday, according to 7abcny.com.

In New Jersey, protests on Saturday in Newark, Camden and New Brunswick were largely peaceful with no reports of violence or looting.

About 75 of the closed Target stores are in the Minneapolis area, where there have been days of sometimes violent demonstrations, looting and vandalism.

Target said it would pay affected employees for up to 14 days of scheduled hours during store closures, including COVID-19 premium pay. They will also be able to work at other nearby Target locations.

Derek Chauvin has been charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in the death of Floyd. Three other officers were also fired but have not been charged for their roles in the Monday incident.

Jeff Goldman may be reached at jeff_goldman@njadvancemedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @JeffSGoldman. Find NJ.com on Facebook.

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