Man accused of damaging Confederate statue may face Federal charge
At the time the monument was damaged, the parish had placed scaffolding it in preparation for the removal in sections.
Source: dailyworld.com
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At the time the monument was damaged, the parish had placed scaffolding it in preparation for the removal in sections.
The 66-year-old man turned himself in, was booked with criminal damage to property, posted bond and has been released.
Council members unanimously decided that too many questions remain unanswered on how to dispose of the 18-foot tall Confederate monument.
Sheriff Bobby Guidroz added that he likes the idea of a program to help inmates find employment or benefits after they are released from jail.