Man accused of shoving officer during protest in Stuart

STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — The Stuart Police Department arrested a man during a protest after he shoved an officer.

On Wednesday, the Stuart Police Department (SPD) were monitoring a protest on Commerce near Fisher Street. Police say a group protestors surrounded two law enforcement officers who were standing nearby.

Police say officers quickly approached the crowd to assist in an attempt to de-escalate the scene…

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