"Several individuals who were at the U.S. Capitol during the January 6 insurrection are suing police agencies for damages related to physical and emotional injuries."
"The class action lawsuit contends that the actions of U.S. Capitol Police and D.C.'s police department were an unjustified response to the riot."
"Lead plaintiffs include A.J. Fischer, a Proud Boys member charged with assault, and the Sullivans, who were present in the crowd."
"The lawsuit aims to represent a class of plaintiffs that includes others convicted of felony assaults during the Capitol breach."
A class action lawsuit has been filed by individuals present at the U.S. Capitol during the January 6 insurrection against police agencies. The plaintiffs claim that the police response, which included the use of tear gas and chemical irritants, caused them physical and emotional injuries. Among the lead plaintiffs is A.J. Fischer, a Proud Boys member previously charged with assault. The lawsuit seeks to represent a broader class of individuals present during the violent confrontations between rioters and law enforcement.
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