Civil Rights

Statement from the Attorney General Peter Neronha on Wyatt Detention Center Incident

This Office, working with the Rhode Island State Police, is investigating what transpired last night at the Wyatt Detention Center in Central Falls. Once we have a full understanding of the relevant facts, we will determine how to proceed. Peaceful protest is a fundamental right of all Americans; it is unfortunate last night’s situation unfolded as it did. We urge

Rhode Island News: Statement from the Attorney General Peter Neronha on Wyatt Detention Center Incident

August 15, 2019, 10:06 am

By Uprise RI Staff

This Office, working with the Rhode Island State Police, is investigating what transpired last night at the Wyatt Detention Center in Central Falls. Once we have a full understanding of the relevant facts, we will determine how to proceed. Peaceful protest is a fundamental right of all Americans; it is unfortunate last night’s situation unfolded as it did. We urge all to exercise restraint as our investigation proceeds.

[From a press release]