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Local Activist Arrested by Santa Ana PDby Pititis Thursday, Feb. 20, 2003 at 5:08 PM"To protect and serve?" Local Activist Arrested After Trying to Express His Grievances to the Santa Ana City Council
An activist youth from the City of Santa Ana was arrested yesterday evening, after exiting the Santa Ana City Council meeting. There was a heavy police presence, including officers in riot gear, at this event. Their intimidating presence essentially barred the community and activists from speaking to their elected representatives about grievances they have with police conduct. Matt Martinez, of Santa Ana, showed up to speak against the unjust police shooting of a 17 year old Mexican youth in late January. After the meeting, he attempted to leave on his bike, and was detained by police. Police stated that they arrested him for lack of identification, and because his bike was not licensed. Matt spent the night in the Santa Ana jail, even after his friends pleaded with police to allow them to drive his ID to the station. This situation is yet another example of police repression. There is no reason why the community should be prevented (BY POLICE) from speaking to the City Council. It also appears that Mr. Martinez was targeted for his political activities and beliefs. How many times do you hear of people being arrested for walking with (NOT RIDING) an unlicensed bike? Police complaints will be filed, and updates will be provided about this situation. If you want to help confront police repression in Santa Ana, please call (714) 303-0004, or e-mail atlachinolli_front@yahoo.com Don't let the cops go unpunished! Here is copy of the event announcement where this drama unfolded: Speak Out Against the Unjust Shooting of a 17 year old youth in Santa Ana! Santa Ana Police shot and killed seventeen year old Elmer Bustos late January. Police justify the killing by claiming that he shot at them, but several witnesses assert that he did not have a gun, nor did he fire at police. On Tuesday, February 18, at 6:00 PM, concerned community members will speak to Santa Ana City Council to demand police accountability and to ensure that appropriate action is taken to ensure that police shootings and harassment of youth does not continue. Do not allow police brutality to go unpunished. Let your voice be heard. The City Council meetings take place at 22 Civic Center Plaza in Santa Ana, in the Council Chambers.
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