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Judge Tosses Lawsuit Filed by Parents of ‘Cop City’ Protester Who Was Killed by Troopers

The lawsuit said troopers violated Manuel Paez Terán’s free speech rights and used excessive force against the activist, who then panicked and began firing shots.

Family of environmental activist Manuel Paez Teran sue the City of Atlanta for more information about his death by law enforcement

Family of ‘Cop City’ Activist Who Was Killed by Troopers Files Lawsuit

The lawsuit says GBI Special Agent Ryan Long planned a “raid” that targeted protesters for expressing their political beliefs, violating their First Amendment rights.