FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 3, 2024National Lawyers Guild Detroit & Michigan ChapterDETROIT — On the afternoon of March 2, 2024, two dedicated volunteers and a staff member from the National Lawyers Guild (NLG) Detroit & Michigan Chapter were unjustly detained and issued citations by officers of the Detroit Police Department while diligently performing their duties as Legal Observers (LOs) Concurrently, several protesters also experienced unwarranted detention and citation. Police picked people off and gave blocking traffic citations when people were out of the street and trying to safely leave.”The NLG, Detroit & Michigan chapter, vehemently condemns the egregious targeting of peaceful demonstrators and the interference with and intimidation of our Legal Observers. Legal Observers, identified by their distinctive neon green hats prominently displaying “National Lawyers Guild” and “Legal Observer,” are well-known to the Detroit Police Department. Their primary role is to monitor police conduct during protests and offer a connection to legal assistance for any arrested protesters. For media inquiries, please contact:Sara Habbo, PresidentNational Lawyers Guild, Detroit & Michigan Chapterhabbo.sara@gmail.comwww.michigannlg.orgNational Lawyers Guild Detroit & Michigan Chapter