Authorities say vigilantes might have started the violence that led to a shooting in New Mexico during a demonstration on Monday, and the governor is vowing to hold the 'instigators' fully accountable.
Vigilantes might have started the violence that led to a shooting in New Mexico during a demonstration on Monday authorities said, and the governor is vowing to hold the"instigators" fully accountable.
One man was hospitalized in critical condition and another man charged with aggravated battery, Albuquerque police said.The shooting happened during a protest in the city's Old Town calling for the removal of a sculpture of a Spanish conquistador, officials said. "I am horrified and disgusted beyond words," Gov.
— Michelle Lujan Grisham June 16, 2020 "There is absolutely no space in New Mexico for any violent would-be 'militia' seeking to terrorize New Mexicans; and there is no space for violence of any kind on our streets and in our communities," her statement said. Read More"The instigators this evening will be rooted out, they will be investigated, and they will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law.
— Portland Police June 16, 2020 Protesters pointed lasers at officers protecting the Justice Center, according to the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office. They also threw projectiles at law enforcement."We are advising the crowd to stop shaking the fence and throwing projectiles. We are here to protect the people who work in the Justice Center and the adults in custody who are living inside ... Slingshots are launching objects and additional projectiles are being thrown at deputies.
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