Michael Brown's memorial was burned down to ashes. (@ComplexMag / Twitter)

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Protestors were angry that a makeshift memorial for Michael Brown, located at the site he was shot, was reported burned Tuesday morning. Police responded to escalating threats by dispersing the crowd and a riot ensued. 

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An investigation concerning the cause of the fire is still underway. 

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