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BuzzFeed News journalist detained while covering Santa Monica protests

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Date of Incident
May 31, 2020
Location
Santa Monica, California
Targets
Brianna Sacks (BuzzFeed News)

Arrest/Criminal Charge

Arrest Status →
Detained and released without being processed
Status of Charges →
Not charged
Arresting Authority →
Santa Monica Police Department
Unnecessary use of force? →
No
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