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Covington Bridge Protester Sues City | Cincinnati News
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A federal lawsuit has been filed against Covington after a July 2026 protest on the Roebling Bridge turned violent, resulting in 13 arrests. At the center of the case is body cam footage allegedly showing Officer Zachary Stayton repeatedly striking protester Brandon Hill, leaving him with serious injuries requiring months of physical therapy. Hill claims the force was excessive and the city failed in its duty to train, supervise, and discipline officers. While Stayton has already faced a 30-day unpaid suspension and additional training, the lawsuit seeks both compensation for Hill and punitive damages against the city. Both sides have 21 days to respond as the legal battle unfolds.
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