The Brief
- Prosecutors found Aurora police acted within their authority and did not use excessive force during a Feb. 9 student walkout protesting immigration enforcement.
- The review said some protesters created traffic hazards, ignored police orders, and acted aggressively, leading to three arrests and an officer injury.
- A 15-year-old protester and his family allege he was tackled and injured by police, and community members have called for accountability.
AURORA – Months after a student-led walkout in Aurora over immigration enforcement sparked allegations of excessive force, prosecutors say police acted lawfully and within their authority.
What we know:
The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office announced Monday that Aurora police officers involved in the Feb. 9 protest acted “within their scope of authority” and did not use excessive force.…