Media Advisory - Black Lives Matter declares victory as detainees are released; Announce press conference at 10:30 am

TORONTO, July 19, 2020 /CNW/ - Three people who attended a peaceful protest held by Black Lives Matter on July 18, 2020 have been released from police custody. Thousands of people rallied and called police to demand their release after hearing of the suspicious tactics Toronto Police Services used to terrify supporters of the call to defund the police. Black Lives Matter – Toronto will hold a press conference at 10:30 a.m. at 76 Geary Avenue to discuss the treatment the protesters endured, and any charges they face. Black Lives Matter will be joined by a lawyer from the Black Legal Action Centre.

What:   Press Conference
When: July 19, 2020 at 10:30 a.m.
Where: 55 Gould Street and Zoom (link to be released at facebook.com/BlackLivesMatterTO)
Who:    Black Lives Matter – Toronto

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SOURCE Black Lives Matter Canada

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