Hundreds protest Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’
Hundreds of people protested in Dublin following the death of a Congolese man who was restrained by security guards. The incident has been likened to George Floyd's death, sparking outrage and calls for justice. Demonstrators gathered outside the store where the incident occurred, demanding accountability and change.
- ▪A Congolese man died in Dublin after being restrained by security guards.
- ▪Video footage shows one guard kneeling on the man's neck or head.
- ▪Protesters are calling this incident Ireland's 'George Floyd moment'.
- ▪The protests highlight ongoing concerns about racial injustice in Ireland.
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| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 11:13:46 +0000 |
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Toggle PlayHundreds protest Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’ after death of Congolese manNewsFeedHundreds protest Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’Hundreds have protested outside the store where a Congolese man in Dublin died after he was restrained by security guards, with video showing one guard kneeling on his neck or head. Protesters say this is Ireland’s ‘George Floyd moment’.Published On 22 May 202622 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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