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- 23 individuals have been charged with domestic terrorism following a demonstration at a proposed police and fire training center in Atlanta.
- Over one hundred people breached the site, with 35 people detained and accused of throwing bricks, large rocks and incendiary devices at law enforcement personnel.
- Those charged ranged in age from 18 to 48, and the majority of the accused are from outside the state.
- Multiple law enforcement agencies, such as the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and FBI, were present in the area.
- Authorities anticipate further demonstrations this week, and are making preparations accordingly.
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At least 23 Individuals Charged with Domestic Terrorism
Authorities have reported that 23 individuals have been charged with domestic terrorism following a demonstration at a proposed police and fire training center in Atlanta.
Over one hundred people reportedly breached the site, with 35 people detained and accused of throwing bricks, large rocks and incendiary devices at law enforcement personnel.
No officers were harmed, however, several pieces of construction equipment were ignited.
Details of the Incident
The event occurred at a proposed training center which some individuals refer to as “Cop City”. Those charged ranged in age from 18 to 48, and the majority of the accused are from outside the state.
Atlanta police reported that arrests were made with non-lethal enforcement.
Multiple law enforcement agencies, such as the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and FBI, were present in the area.
Discussion and Preparations
Authorities anticipate further demonstrations this week, and are making preparations accordingly.
The occurrence has initiated a discussion about the utilization of non-lethal enforcement and the rights of demonstrators.