Categories: WORLD

‘Die-in’ in NYC & vandalism in LA as protesters mark 1yr anniversary of Breonna Taylor’s death (VIDEOS)

Hundreds of people gathered in New York City’s Times Square to participate in a ‘die-in’ to remember her killing. Footage from RT’s video agency Ruptly shows people lying on the ground, with some holding signs reading “Black Lives Matter” and “Abolish the police.”

Elsewhere in the city, demonstrators carrying signs and chanting Taylor’s name shut down the Brooklyn Bridge. Similar protests were held in Louisville, Seattle, and Portland. 

Taylor, a 26-year-old medical worker, was shot and killed by Louisville police officers during a botched raid at her apartment. 

In Los Angeles, demonstrators carrying shields marched through neighborhoods as they shouted “black women matter.”

The demonstration also sparked acts of vandalism. Activists reportedly smashed up the windows of several businesses in Hollywood. Protesters also threw rocks at police, resulting in several arrests. One officer was injured in the clashes, local media reported. 

In one clip, a demonstrator is seen attacking a police cruiser, jumping on the vehicle as it attempts to speed away.  

In total, around 200 people participated in the Los Angeles protest, local media reported. Journalist Andy Ngo claimed that the demonstration was organized by the Youth Liberation Front, which has been involved in violent protests in Portland and Seattle.  

Like this story? Share it with a friend!

© 2021, paradox. All rights reserved.

paradox

Share
Published by
paradox

Recent Posts

Anti-Communist, Russian nationalist, enemy of Hitler: Who was ‘Putin’s favorite philosopher’?

He was a staunch supporter of the anti-Bolshevik White Movement during the Russian Civil War…

2 hours ago

Ukraine must defeat Russia to join NATO – Zelensky

Ukraine needs to defeat Russia on the battlefield in order to be admitted to NATO,…

20 hours ago

Russia hits Ukrainian military HQ – MOD

Russia has carried out a strike on the Ukrainian military headquarters commanding troops in the southern…

1 day ago

Russian defense chief inspects new anti-drone weaponry (VIDEO)

Russian Defense Minister Sergey Shoigu has met with top military officials to discuss the battlefield…

2 days ago

Palestinians chase away German diplomat (VIDEOS)

The German ambassador to the Palestinian Authority has been hounded by an angry mob and…

2 days ago

White House mulls Russian uranium ban – Bloomberg

The Biden administration is considering a ban on enriched uranium from Russia using the president’s…

2 days ago