19.07.2024 11:00
New York City council member Susan Zhuang was arrested for allegedly biting a police officer during a homeless shelter protest. Nine people were arrested in the incident, and three police officers were injured. Zhuang is facing charges of assault and resisting arrest. Her lawyer claimed that Zhuang was also injured. The incident has sparked debates about the tension between politicians and police and the handling of social events in the United States.
New York City council member Susan Zhuang was arrested for allegedly biting a police officer during a protest against the construction of a homeless shelter in Brooklyn.
The 38-year-old Zhuang got into a scuffle with the police officers who were trying to control the crowd at the protest, which was attended by hundreds of people. In the footage, Zhuang, wearing bright pink clothing, can be seen being restrained against a barricade and resisting being handcuffed.
According to reports, Zhuang bit the arm of a police officer while trying to prevent the arrest of another protester. The incident was captured on video and photos of the injured officer were released to the press.
A total of nine people were arrested and three police officers were injured in the incident. Zhuang was charged with assault, resisting arrest, and disorderly conduct.
Zhuang's lawyer claimed that his client was also injured during the protest and suggested that the charges could be dropped. However, the president of the Police Association stated that Zhuang should be held accountable.
A spokesperson for the New York City Council condemned the incident, stating, "Violence is never acceptable, and it is important to show respect for municipal employees."
This incident has reignited tensions between local politicians and the police in the United States and sparked debates about the handling of social events.