On-the-Scene Photos from Ferguson: A Peaceful Day Turns Into a Chaotic Night

A calm, peaceful day in Ferguson, Mo. turned into tragedy and chaos as night fell on Sunday. Without warning, police converged on civilians and protestors with an aggression that eclipsed their previous, highly militarized actions earlier in the week. The night reminded everyone watching—and living it—of Aug. 13, the previous high point of police's aggression in Ferguson. The memories of Missouri Highway Patrol Captain Ron Johnson walking alongside protestors were washed away by the sirens and the plumes of poisonous gas.

But Sunday wasn't all chaos—it was also filled with peace and community. Complex was on the scene for both parts of the day. Here are some photos of what we saw.