Police respond to reports of gunshots near intersection where George Floyd died

A view of George Floyd Square after sounds of shots were reported in the area, on the first anniversary of the death of George Floyd, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, U.S., May 25, 2021. REUTERS/Nicholas Pfosi

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Minneapolis police said they responded on Tuesday to reports of shots fired near the intersection where George Floyd died exactly a year ago, with one person suffering a gunshot wound that appeared not to be life-threatening.

Officers responded to reports of gunfire sounds and a car fleeing the scene two blocks from what has become known as George Floyd square, Minneapolis Police Department spokesman John Elder said in a statement.