Denorver "Dee" Garrett is accusing the officer of battery, unlawful imprisonment and intention infliction of emotional distress.

LMPD’s new chief, a councilman and former LMPD officer, a protester, the protester’s attorney and others are all on the same page.

The demonstration outside the convention center was met with criticism from parents of cheerleaders and others who were upset at comments directed toward children participating in the competition.