Journalist Sean Beckner-Carmitchel, known for covering protest movements, and police critic William Gude were among those detained at UCLA during ongoing protests. The University reported 44 arrests but did not provide further details, sparking demands for release from press organizations.
Press organizations like the Los Angeles Press Club and the Press Freedom Project at UC Irvine School of Law demanded the immediate release of Beckner-Carmitchel and Gude, citing concerns over the legality of their detention.
Legal authorities like the L.A. city prosecutors and the Los Angeles County district attorney's office did not provide comments on the situation or arrests, raising questions about transparency and due process.
The detainment of these individuals highlights the complex relationship between press freedom, police actions, and protest coverage, bringing attention to the challenges faced by journalists and critics in such situations.
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