Two people from Milwaukee illegally imprisoned in St. Paul

their friends, 05.09.2008 00:36

At least two folks from Milwaukee have been caught up in the political repression against anti-RNC protesters. One person from Milwaukee is being held in Ramsey County Jail and is being denied the right to go before a judge. Another was arrested today by police and the FBI.

As part of their wave of terror, the joint forces of the FBI and the Ramsey County Sheriffs department are currently holding prisoner two people from Milwaukee.

One was arrested monday while caring for a friend who had been injured by police chemical weapons. She is being held without bail in Ramsey County Jail and despite being incarcerated for four days now, has not seen a judge.

The other, Dave Mahoney, was arrested today by a person wearing an FBI shirt. He was picked up off the street. People with him asked why he was being arrested, but were given no response.

The actions of the Sheriff's department and the FBI are reprehensible examples of the political repression and terror they've spread throughout the twin cities before and during the Republican National Convention. These are transparent efforts to squash dissent and eliminate organized resistance.

In the last week, the state has raided our houses, put our friends in jail, levied trumped up charges against them, slandered us, outright lied about us, pepper-sprayed and tear gassed us. But our passion for freedom endures. Rather than terrorize us into submission, they've only emboldened us.

Now more than ever, we as a community need to come together.

If you want to help, stay tuned to mke.indymedia.org for more updates on these and all other prisoners of the state. You can also call the Coldsnap Legal Collective to find out other ways to help. Coldsnap's number is 651-356-8635. Many folks are still being held in jail and are being denied proper care. You can call the Jail at 651-266-9350 or the Mayor of St. Paul's office at 651.266.8510. Residents of Milwaukee should also feel encouraged to call their alderperson and let them know about the police repression they've contributed to by unanimously voting to send Milwaukee police officers to St. Paul.

With Love

an update 05.09.2008 - 02:23 Dave is has been charged now, with Felony Conspiracy to Riot charges. The other individual has been released and is facing Felony riot charges. updater> Another Update 06.09.2008 - 00:45 Dave Mahoney is being charged with Felony conspiracy to riot in the furthurance of terrorism. We Urgently need to raise 2,500$ more friends> Who to contact for donations for bail? 06.09.2008 - 13:13 Who should we contact if we want to donate some money for Dave's bail? Anonymous> yet another update 06.09.2008 - 15:55 hes also facing felony assault in the 2nd degree charges. updater> HELPING WITH BAIL $$$$$$ 06.09.2008 - 17:40 If you would like to help us out with some donations to help with bailing Dave out of jail, please call Sarah at 305-318-7979. You have no idea how greatly he would appreciate this. Thanks Sarah> Update 07.09.2008 - 21:26 Dave has been bailed out, but more funds are still urgently needed. If you are interested in helping, call the number above we are working to set up a pay pal account. There will also be a fundraiser / speaking event at the CCC September 21st. It will be a public forum for folks to share their first hand experiences from the RNC. The CCC is located at 732 E. Clarke. More details to come soon. Thanks again to everyone who has helped to get Dave out. Its now more important than ever that we come together as a community in the face of state repression. with love More friends> Website 12.09.2008 - 12:54 Support website for Dave Mahoney.  http://helpdavemahoney.blogspot.com/ Help Dave> Homepage:: http://helpdavemahoney.blogspot.com/