Trial Ordered for Cops Who Took Camera Away from Protester
Three Connecticut state police employees who were caught on camera appearing to prevent video recording and give baseless tickets to a protester have been ordered to stand trial.
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Three Connecticut state police employees who were caught on camera appearing to prevent video recording and give baseless tickets to a protester have been ordered to stand trial.
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