A person was arrested outdoors the Karen Learn trial on the opening day of the high-profile retrial after State Police troopers reportedly informed him a number of instances to go away the buffer zone.
Woburn man Bao Nguyen, 42, is accused of lingering and filming inside the buffer zone outdoors Norfolk Superior Courthouse in Dedham.
A buffer zone has been established outdoors the courthouse throughout the Learn proceedings, as protesters descend upon the realm.
State Police troopers on Tuesday morning reportedly requested Nguyen to go away the buffer zone, and defined the “protocols and rationale of the Court.”
When he didn’t exit the zone after a number of requests, troopers arrested him for violating the order.
As soon as in custody, Nguyen requested for medical consideration, and he was checked out by Dedham EMS earlier than being transported to the Framingham Barracks for reserving. He has been charged with trespassing.
“In the interest of ensuring a fair trial, the Trial Court issued an order regarding the second Commonwealth v. Karen Read trial which restricts activities in the area of the Norfolk Superior Courthouse in Dedham (also known as the buffer zone),” State Police stated in an announcement. “The Trial Courtroom charged Dedham Police together with the Massachusetts State Police with making certain the integrity of the buffer zone by way of uniformed patrols.
State Police added, “Recognizing the unique nature of this mission, all sworn members assigned to the area of the Courthouse received training to ensure they understand their patrol responsibilities and can assist constituents who need guidance about their responsibilities under the order.”
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