Preparedness
San Diego Judge Finalizes Sentencing of Antifa Members after Violent Clash
A wave of legal repercussions has crashed down on eight members of Antifa in Southern California after a high-profile violent clash in the early days of 2021. These sentences are seen by many as the first successful closure of an Antifa-related conspiracy case. The series of incidents that led to these court proceedings happened on January 9, 2021, less than two weeks before the inauguration of President Joe Biden.
On this day, a rally was planned by a group of Trump supporters at Pacific Beach, California and was counter-protested by dozens of Antifa members. What started as a peaceful assembly quickly spiraled out of control.
“Antifa could have assembled and protested and stood across the street and called them white supremacists, but you cannot use force to suppress others’ freedom of speech.”
Reportedly, the Antifa members, prepared for violence, assaulted Trump supporters and bystanders with bear mace, pepper spray, and other chemicals. According to Andy Ngo, a Post Millennial senior editor and dedicated Antifa reporter, these Antifa associates also engaged in physical violence, including punching, kicking, and hitting people with skateboards.
In the aftermath, a total of 12 Antifa associates were indicted, with most choosing to plead guilty. Nevertheless, two individuals, Brian Lightfoot and Jeremy White, opted to defend their case before the jury. Ultimately, they were convicted.
In a recent ruling by San Diego Superior Court Judge Daniel Goldstein, eight defendants, including White and Lightfoot, were sentenced. This follows four prior sentencing decisions related to the same event.
The list of convicted Antifa affiliates from the Pacific Beach riot includes:
Alexander Akridge-Jacobs (33) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot and felony assault, sentenced to nine months in county jail. He is expected to be released in November.
Jonah Bigel – Pled guilty in 2021 to assault with a deadly weapon, received a suspended prison sentence. Did not appear in court.
Jesse Cannon (34) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot, two counts of felony assault, and felony assault in an unrelated case. Sentenced to five years in prison, eligible for parole in December.
Joseph Gaskins (23) – Pled guilty to felony assault and assault with a deadly weapon in a 2020 BLM riot. Sentenced to one year in county jail with an additional two years of probation. Expected release is in December.
Brian Lightfoot (27) – Convicted of felony conspiracy to riot and five counts of unlawful use of tear gas. Sentenced to two years in a “fire camp” prison to learn firefighting skills.
Christian Martinez (25) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot and felony assault. Sentenced to six months in county jail and probation. Expected release is in September.
Luis Mora (32) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot and felony assault. Sentenced to two years and eight months in state prison. Eligible for parole in August 2025.
Samuel “Ruchelle” Ogden (26) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot and felony assault. Sentenced to one year in county jail and two years probation.
Bryan Rivera (22) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot and felony assault. Sentenced to 180 days in county jail.
Faraz Talab (29) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot and felony assault. Sentenced to one year in jail and two years’ probation. Scheduled for release in December.
Jeremy White (41) – Convicted of felony conspiracy to riot. Sentenced to two years in state prison.
Erich “Nikki” Yach (40) – Pled guilty to felony conspiracy to riot, felony assault, and felony unlawful use of tear gas. Sentenced to four years and eight months in prison. Eligible for parole in October.
This landmark case, culminating in the sentencing of these twelve Antifa associates, sends a potent message on the legal consequences of violence and disorder.
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The attorney for the 17-year-old accused of attempting to murder Ricky Pearsall, a first-round draft pick for the 49ers, is challenging the charges. According to the defense, the incident, which occurred during an attempted robbery earlier this month, does not constitute attempted murder.
“It was a rather extended struggle between Mr. Pearsall and my client,” stated public defender Robert Dunlap in an interview with David Lombardi of TheAthletic.com.
“They were really fighting back and forth on the sidewalk. As you might imagine, Mr. Pearsall gets the best of it. He does kind of — I don’t know if you’ve ever wrestled or not — a nice hip toss and throws my client to the ground and ends up on top of him. . . . I think [the video] supports that this is an attempted robbery and not an attempted murder.”
Dunlap also addressed and refuted a report alleging that his client had brought a gun to school.
“My client did not have a gun at school,” Dunlap said. “It’s a false report.”
Despite these arguments, prosecutors have chosen to charge Dunlap’s client with attempted murder. However, they have not yet determined if the young defendant will be tried as an adult.
The next court hearing for this case is scheduled for September 26.
Watch a local news report about the incident below:
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A son, armed and vigilant, responded to a potential burglary at his mother’s unoccupied home in West Virginia during the early hours of the morning. The encounter ended fatally for the alleged intruder.
Authorities reported that the son, checking on the residence around 3:45 a.m., encountered an individual who turned toward him holding an object.
“Unwise move on the part of the intruder.”
The Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office received a call from a male stating he had just shot an intruder at his mother’s Inwood home on Winchester Avenue.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a male lying face down with a gunshot wound. Immediate life-saving measures were administered until emergency medical services arrived, but the individual was pronounced dead shortly after.
The deceased was identified as 38-year-old Joshua Boone from Williamsport, Maryland. The sheriff’s office confirmed that Boone’s next of kin had been notified.
The investigation revealed that the son, identified by WDVM-TV as Michael Marshal, had gone to the home after hearing about a possible break-in. Marshal told deputies that Boone turned toward him “with something in his hand,” prompting Marshal to fire his handgun.
Boone was located in the garage of the residence, where the fatal shot occurred.
The Department of Criminal Investigators processed the scene for evidence and is conducting a thorough investigation into the shooting. Once the investigation is complete, the case will be presented to the Berkeley County Prosecutors Office.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this case to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 304-267-7000.
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A tragic incident in Michigan has resulted in a teenage boy facing severe charges after allegedly shooting another teen and fatally wounding the teen’s mother, who was trying to protect her son.
Anthony Deshawn Sneed, 15, is being charged as an adult with multiple serious offenses stemming from the incident that occurred on September 4th in Clinton Township.
The charges against Sneed include felony murder as a juvenile defendant, second-degree murder, assault with intent to murder, armed robbery, and four counts of felony firearm possession.
According to the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, the conflict began when Sneed got into a fight with the son of Tanseen Sherrod.
During the altercation, Sneed allegedly stole a handgun from the other teen.
When Sherrod attempted to intervene in hopes of calming the situation, she was tragically shot by Sneed, authorities reported.
Details surrounding the exact nature of the fatal confrontation have not been made public.
The other teen involved in the incident was also shot and sustained critical injuries, though his current condition has not been disclosed.
Following the shooting, Sneed fled the scene but turned himself in to Detroit authorities the following day.
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Virginia Herbert
July 17, 2024 at 11:30 am
Their senteces were too light. People attending Jan 6 ptotest who never touched another person were sentenced for severa years. These terrorists got off very light. Hopefully the victims will bring civil suits
Jennifer V
July 17, 2024 at 1:09 pm
For too long, protesters that use violence and destruction to silence another group have been getting away with either too light of a sentence/charges, or nothing at all as a consequence. This practice has led to a free for all mentality that sends the message that it’s ok to be destructive and violent to whomever they disagree with. Many people now fear to say out loud what they feel or which way they stand on any given subject to even whom they support in an election. We used to be able to proudly say I stand with xyz or I disagree with the way things are being done without being in fear of our lives, family or property being violated. Groups like these have caused true terror in our society and it needs to be called out and punished to the full extent of the law! Soft on crime and violence policies are destroying our world and sending a message that it’s ok to do what you want, you will never have to answer for it. This is not a partisan issue either. Anyone that breaks the law and uses violence and destruction to silence another person or group should be punished accordingly.
Timothy
July 17, 2024 at 2:29 pm
judge needs to buy security for the future. Many kooks in Kookyfornia
Helen
July 18, 2024 at 12:13 am
Wish the sentences were longer than what is stated in the article. I’m sure they will continue the assaults after they are released. These people are really sick!!
Old Man
July 20, 2024 at 11:43 am
Round them all up, put them on a boat, and ship them back to Africa.
John Harrison
July 20, 2024 at 4:51 pm
That’s all? when J6ers are still in jail waiting trial or release.