About The Book Minnehaha Falling: A Memoir of the 2020 Minneapolis Riots

On the morning of May 25, 2020, most Minneapolis residents worried about COVID-19 infection rates and pandemic restrictions. That all changed later that afternoon when George Floyd died in police custody. This tragic event sparked the “mostly peaceful protests” in the Twin Cities that spread nationwide. Mike realized that his family’s South Minneapolis home was at the epicenter of a social justice movement—one that rapidly devolved into days of violent civil unrest.

Minnehaha Falling: A Memoir of the 2020 Minneapolis Riots shares the untold story beyond mainstream media headlines. Mike includes a comprehensive retelling of the course of events alongside his boots-on-the-ground experiences navigating a situation that few can comprehend. Learn what it’s like to see your once-peaceful community deteriorate into one with no 9-1-1 response, riotous mobs attacking first responders, and government officials who struggle to lead.

About The Author

Michael Treat has an extensive background in corrections, law enforcement, and private security. Mike is also the owner of Condition Orange Preparedness, where he teaches courses on self-defense and personal preparedness. Mike's media appearances often focus on riot survival based on his first-hand experiences with civil unrest. Mike is also an artist and coffee connoisseur who enjoys the solitude of cross-country road trips.