Big Dipper
TGT Addict
“Travis County District Attorney Jose Garza today dropped criminal charges that never should have been brought in the first place. These 17 officers were seeking to restore order to our city when the 8th street bridge was overtaken by an angry mob that was seeking to take over APD headquarters. District Attorneys have tremendous power to convene a grand jury and seek indictments. In this case, DA Garza abused his power, and he must be held accountable. These officers’ actions were reviewed, and no law or policy was found to have been violated. While we are relieved for these 17 officers, they have suffered reputational damage, professional harm and financial and mental anguish when all they were doing was trying to restore order for our community. DA Garza continues to seek criminal convictions against four Austin officers who engaged in the same riot control. This is unconscionable.”
Save Austin Now PAC
Save Austin Now PAC