Harold Duffey, an assistant city administrator in Oakland, has filed a lawsuit against activist Seneca Scott for harassment and defamation. Duffey claims Scott posted videos with false assertions regarding bribes and theft from residents, damaging his reputation and employment prospects. He noted that Scott's videos, which contain at least 26 false claims, include AI-generated images that portray him in compromising situations. Scott is known for his activism against former Mayor Sheng Thao and has faced previous restraining orders from city officials. Duffey's lawsuit is a response to the harmful allegations made by Scott.
Harold Duffey, assistant city administrator of Oakland, filed a lawsuit against activist Seneca Scott for allegedly harassing him through defaming online videos.
Duffey accused Scott of posting false claims about bribes and stolen funds, impacting his reputation and employment opportunities.
Scott, known for his recall campaign against former Mayor Sheng Thao, posted three videos that contained allegedly false and defamatory statements about Duffey.
Duffey noted that the videos include AI-generated images that falsely imply his involvement in criminal conduct, further damaging his career.
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