US: Activists to protest a deadly police-involved shooting in Columbus, Ohio, from Dec. 11-12

Event

Activists plan to protest a deadly police-involved shooting in Columbus, Ohio, Dec. 11-12. Participants intend to demonstrate outside the Franklin County Courthouse beginning at 1800 on Dec. 11. The following day, protesters will gather outside the Ohio State House at 1200 on Dec. 12. Other unannounced or spontaneous demonstrations around government buildings in Columbus are possible in the coming days.

Hundreds of people will likely participate in each of the demonstrations, impacting transport and businesses in the surrounding areas. Previous protests for similar incidents in other US cities have drawn thousands of participants, and some protests have included roadblocks, clashes, looting, and arson. While unlikely, these actions cannot be ruled out in Columbus, Ohio, especially at night. Solidarity protests and rallies may also extend to other cities in Ohio and possibly throughout the US.

Advice

Heed the instructions of authorities. Allow additional time to reach your destination if operating in Columbus, especially Dec. 11-12. Confirm appointments in government buildings and near any confirmed or potential protest areas. If violence breaks out, leave the area immediately, and seek shelter in a secure location.