These officers have worked throughout the night to quell violent outbursts and restore calm to our City. Louis City Police Department, the Missouri Highway Patrol, and numerous local law enforcement agencies for their assistance over the past several days. We would like to extend our gratitude to the St. We have worked diligently to provide an opportunity for our residents to both grieve and voice frustrations through prayer vigils and peaceful protests. We understand members of our community, and those nationwide, are grieving with us. 'The City of Ferguson mourns the loss of Michael Brown’s life that occurred this past Saturday. The full statement, via KMOV reporter Laura Hettiger, can be viewed below:

'We look forward to your cooperation and support.' These events are not indicative of the City of Ferguson and its residents,' the statement continued. 'Unfortunately, those who wish to co-opt peaceful protests and turn them into violent demonstrations have been able to do so over the past several days during the evening hours. The Ferguson police blamed the disruption on 'those who wish to co-opt peaceful protests.' The death has led to a round of racially-charged protests as police, armed in camo gear and military-style rifles, have cracked down on the demonstrators. It was the first statement since the Michael Brown, an unarmed African-American teen, died after an encounter with the police last Saturday. We further ask all those wishing to demonstrate or assemble to disperse well before the evening hours to ensure the safety of the participants,' the police statement said. 'We ask that any groups wishing to assemble in prayer or in protest do so only during daylight hours in an organized and respectful manner.

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