EXCLUSIVE: APD report says higher-ups knew of projectile dangers before 2020 protests
‘Oh, my god, we never changed the round,’” Austin police Sgt. Steven Willis told special investigations unit detectives, according to a transcript.
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‘Oh, my god, we never changed the round,’” Austin police Sgt. Steven Willis told special investigations unit detectives, according to a transcript.
Travis County District Attorney José Garza will dismiss most indictments against Austin police officers for use of force during the May 2020 protests.
More settlements are likely as Austin's legal department works through additional cases that are still pending from the May 2020 protests.
The Austin City Council OKs a $1.75 million payout, the fourth settlement of more than $1 million from protest-related incidents.
Activists worry militants co-opting protests, miss chance to listen to Black community members, some say