Activist punched by Chicago cop in line for settlement

Chicago finance committee approves $280K settlement for activist punched by CPD officer in 2020
Miracle Boyd said it was one step closer to her finding closure in a case that's gone on for about five years.
Afternoon Briefing: Activist punched by Chicago cop in line for settlement
Good afternoon, Chicago. A protester punched by a Chicago police officer at a heated 2020 demonstration is now in line to get a $280,000 settlement from the city.
Chicago City Council OKs $280K settlement with activist struck by officer in 2020
The Chicago City Council approved a $280,000 settlement with an activist who was struck and injured by a CPD officer in 2020.
City Council Approves $280K Settlement For Miracle Boyd, Activist Who Had Tooth Knocked Out By Police
Police officer Nicholas Jovanovich hit Boyd's phone into her face as she filmed police during a 2020 protest. An investigation found Jovanovich “grossly mischaracterized” the incident with help from other officers.
Activist punched in face by cop at 2020 protest to get payout, Illinois officials say
Chicago’s city council approved a $280,000 settlement to a lawsuit filed in 2024 against the city and its police officers.
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City Council approves $280K settlement for protester injured by police officer
City Council's finance committee approved a $280,000 settlement Monday for protester Miracle Boyd, who was injured by a Chicago police officer during a violent confrontation at a demonstration in 2020.
Chicago council committee approves $280K for woman hurt in 2020 protests
A Chicago Council Committee approved a $280K settlement for Miracle Boyd, who was injured by excessive force during the 2020 protests.
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