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Oakland Police Department Sees Itself as a Victim of Occupynew

A recent internal report also reveals that the head of Internal Affairs was in charge of field operations on the night of October 25.
East Bay Express |
Ali Winston |
04-05-2012 |
#OCCUPY
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Oakland Police Department Used Violent Cops Against Occupynew

Records reveal that the department put officers with histories of using deadly force on the frontlines during Occupy Oakland protests.
East Bay Express |
Ali Winston |
12-22-2011 |
#OCCUPY
Oakland Police Department Facing More Legal Troublenew

The police department's use of force with Occupy Oakland not only has prompted litigation, but could play a role in whether the agency ends up in federal receivership.
East Bay Express |
Ali Winston |
11-28-2011 |
#OCCUPY