OCALA, FL (352today.com) — Three people were arrested during the “No Kings” rally on Ocala’s Downtown Square on Saturday, June 14.
Arrest reports from the Marion County Sheriff’s Office show that Michael Loren, 47, of Dunnellon, and Stephen Libardoni, 65, of Silver Springs, were both charged with battery after Ocala police officers reported seeing them push another protester. Loren also faces a felony charge for possession of a weapon by a convicted felon after he was found with brass knuckles. According to officials, Loren identifies as a member of the Proud Boys.
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Alexandra Krolman, 35, of Belleview, was also charged with battery. She is accused of striking someone with her cardboard sign during the rally.
The event, held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., drew demonstrators and counter-protesters and was monitored by the Ocala Police Department and city officials.
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