The eight cops are part of a group of 19 Austin Police Department officers who have been charged with aggravated assault by a public servant for their interactions with protestors.
on felony charges for using excessive force during 2020 Black Lives Matter protests in the city were released on just $1 bond, according to the officers’ attorneys.
The eight cops are part of a group of 19 Austin Police Department officers who have been charged with aggravated assault by a public servant for their interactions withThe Austin district attorney is looking into possible criminal action taken by officers after protestors were shot with bean bag rounds. Some protestors sustained serious injures, including brain damage.Ervin, who is representing eight of the indicted officers, says the bond amount is up to a judge.
The indictments for the officers were announced last week by Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza. More officers could be charged.
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