Statement posted to Atlanta Community Press Collective on Tortuguita, an anarchist that was killed by police on January 18th while defending the Weelaunee forest in #Atlanta, #Georgia.
"We are devastated by the loss of our friend who was killed by the police. Tortuguita was a kind, passionate, and loving person, cherished by their community.
They spent their time between Atlanta, defending the forest from destruction and coordinating mutual aid for the movement and Florida, where they helped build housing in low-income communities hit hardest by the hurricane. They were a trained medic, a loving partner, a dear friend, a brave soul, and so much more. In Tort’s name, we continue to fight to protect the forest and stop Cop City with love, rage, and a commitment to each other’s safety and well-being."
#JusticeforTort #StopCopCity #ATL #Atlanta, #BlackLivesMatter
