Atlanta Crane Protest: Activists Arrested in Opposition to 'Cop City'
Two trans activists were arrested after chaining themselves to a crane in Atlanta to protest against the construction of a public safety training center, drawing attention to anti-trans violence and legislation.
- Two protesters climbed a crane at an Atlanta construction site to protest the 'Cop City' public safety training center, leading to their arrest.
- The activists, protesting the facility's environmental impact and police militarization, also highlighted anti-trans violence and legislation.
- Emergency services had to intervene to safely remove the protesters, who used a 'sleeping dragon' device to chain themselves.
- The protest is part of a series of actions against the contractor Brasfield & Gorrie, demanding an end to their involvement in the construction.
- Officials express concern over the protest diverting law enforcement resources from other city needs.
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