Protesters contesting the shooting death of Michael Brown at the hands of cops are turning to violence to prove their point, smashing cop cruisers.

There are also reports of looting.

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Michael Brown looting

Shortly before 8:30 pm Sunday night vehicles at the intersections sustained damage allegedly from protesters near West Florissant and Ferguson Avenue. A large crowd had gathered at the intersection when trouble broke out. Passenger vehicles and police cruisers were damaged. There are also unconfirmed reports that a QuikTrip is being damaged. source

Michael Brown police cars damaged

Police have responded with riot gear and employing additional officers to the scene. Developing.