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Jury Acquits ICE Protester of Assault Charges in Landmark LA Case

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Los Angeles, CA — A jury acquitted Brayan Ramos-Brito of assaulting a federal agent during a demonstration in Los Angeles County, marking a significant outcome in a series of similar cases. The verdict came after a two-day trial that scrutinized the events surrounding a protest against immigration enforcement. Ramos-Brito was charged with assault stemming from a June protest outside the Homeland Security Investigations building in Paramount. Initially facing a felony accusation, federal authorities later downgraded the charge to misdemeanor assault. During the trial, U.S. Border Patrol Sector Chief Gregory Bovino testified to witnessing Ramos-Brito deliver … Read more

Jury Awards $2.2 Million to Protester Shot in the Face by LAPD During 2020 Police Brutality Demonstration

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LOS ANGELES — A jury has awarded over $2.2 million to a protester injured during a demonstration against police brutality in 2020, after he was struck in the face by a less-lethal projectile fired by a sheriff’s deputy. The jury’s ruling came last week, determining that Los Angeles County was responsible for the injuries sustained by Cellin Gluck, a filmmaker known for works such as “Oba: The Last Samurai.” Gluck’s damages were estimated at $3.5 million, while an additional $300,000 was granted to his daughter for the emotional distress she experienced during the incident. However, … Read more

Provocative Banksy Mural Depicts Judge Assaulting Protester Outside London Court

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LONDON, England — Renowned street artist Banksy has revealed a striking new mural depicting a judge assaulting a protester, drawing significant attention outside a courthouse in London. The artwork aligns with ongoing discussions about justice and authority, particularly in light of the recent protests in the city. The mural portrays a judge in traditional robes, wielding a gavel as he violently strikes a kneeling figure identified as a protester. This powerful image resonates deeply with current societal tensions, critiquing the use of legal power against dissenters. Banksy’s artistic interventions often comment on political and social … Read more

LA Jury Awards $2.2 Million to Protester Shot in Face During 2020 Police Brutality Demonstration

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LOS ANGELES — A jury has granted a damaged protester $2.2 million following a 2020 incident where he was struck in the face by a less-lethal munition fired by a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy during a demonstration against police brutality. The jury’s verdict, announced last week, held Los Angeles County responsible for the injuries suffered by Cellin Gluck, determining his damages to be $3.5 million. In addition, his daughter, who was present that day, was awarded $300,000 for emotional distress. However, since the jury found Gluck partially at fault for the incident, the total … Read more