These were the scenes from Washington's Chinatown yesterday (June 1) as military helicopters were deployed in residential areas to aid the police in their effort to contain protesters.<br /><br />Footage shows the military-designed chopper going back and forth above 7th and E, NW, in Chinatown.<br /><br />Many took to the streets of the US capital to show solidarity with those protesting against the death of George Floyd in police custody.<br /><br />The filmer, Jeffrey, Pincus told Newsflare: "Black Hawk helicopter is using a 'show of force' tactic to attempt to disperse BLM[Black Lives Matter] protesters downtown Washington, D.C. <br /><br />"The helicopter is flying very low, not even 100ft away from a residential balcony. <br /><br />"It's sweeping back and forth. <br /><br />"The helicopter turns around and makes a close flyby at 00:30 in the video."
