San Francisco DA Charges 26 for April 15 Golden Gate Bridge Protest, Including False Imprisonment

Aug 11, 2024, 09:40 PM

San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins has announced charges against 26 individuals involved in a pro-Palestine protest that blocked the Golden Gate Bridge on April 15, 2024. The demonstration, which was against the war in Gaza, resulted in significant disruption, trapping hundreds of people, including children. The charges include felony false imprisonment and conspiracy. Jenkins emphasized that while the right to free speech is protected, it must not come at the expense of public safety. The incident included an infant missing a pre-surgery appointment due to being trapped on the bridge without formula.