The police detained over 100 people during protests, with less than a third lacking Columbia affiliation, challenging claims about outside agitators fueling unrest.
District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg Jr. announced the indictment of James Carlson for arson and criminal mischief, marking a significant action against protest-related violence.
Mr. Carlson’s history with protests, encompassing multiple causes, underscores a longstanding involvement in activism, marking him as one of the few with prior legal issues.
The indictment, stemming from alleged arson of an Israeli flag, reflects a broader crackdown on behaviors merging protest with illegal actions, according to authorities.
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