Six protesters are arrested in DC after the release of body cam footage showing a deadly police shooting.
Six protesters were apprehended by police following the throwing of bottles, rocks, and other projectiles at officers.
In Washington, D.C., on Tuesday night, a group of protesters gathered to demonstrate against the recent fatal police shooting of a man in the southeast part of the district.
Earlier this month, a 26-year-old member of the D.C. violence interruption program Cure the Streets was shot and killed by police officers at a McDonald's on Marion Barry Avenue.
The Office of the Attorney General of D.C. launched a pilot public safety program called Cure the Streets, aimed at decreasing gun violence.
According to Fox 5 DC, the Metropolitan Police Department released footage of Robinson, who was unconscious in his car with a gun in his lap after crashing into a McDonald's, trying to grab an officer's gun through his car's window after regaining consciousness before being shot by police.
On Sept. 1, the group marched from the 7th District police station to the McDonald's where the fatal shooting occurred, as reported by the outlet.
As reported, protesters chanted "No justice, no peace" and "Arrest the officers" while confronting officers behind barricades.
On Tuesday, a demonstration that attracted over 100 people resulted in the closure of streets, and six protesters were arrested by police.
"The peaceful protests at MPD's Seventh District station turned violent at around 10:05 p.m., with individuals throwing bottles, rocks, and other objects at officers. The police department issued dispersal warnings as the individuals continued to throw objects at officers."
Police stated that they will continue to support peaceful and safe protests and hold accountable those who commit criminal acts.
An increased police presence will be implemented at the Seventh District due to cautionary measures.
An investigation into the shooting incident is currently being conducted, and the officers involved have been placed on administrative leave.
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