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Independent journalist covering pipeline protest arrested, camera seized

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Date of Incident: August 29, 2017
Location: Douglas County, Minnesota
Targets: Leana Hosea

Arrest Status →: Arrested and released
Arresting Authority →: Douglas County Sheriff’s Department
Charges →: Obstruction: disorderly conduct

Aug. 29, 2017: Charges pending

Feb. 12, 2018: Charges dropped

Trespassing: trespass to land

Aug. 29, 2017: Charges pending

Feb. 12, 2018: Convicted
Unnecessary use of force? →: No

Status of Seized Equipment →: Returned in full
Search Warrant Obtained →: No
Actor who seized equipment →: Law enforcement