Sierra Vista Police Charge Two Involved In Demonstration On SR92

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Two people have been charged for actions they took on Sept. 19 during public demonstrations held alongside Fry Boulevard and State Route 92.

According to Sierra Vista Police, an altercation ensued when 55-year-old Cathleen Tashman stopped her car on State Route 92 during demonstrations that were planned by two groups of area residents. Tashman exited her vehicle and engaged in a verbal exchange with nearby demonstrators. That exchange escalated, with 26-year-old Hereford resident Don Fruhwirth threatening and then spraying Tashman twice with pepper spray.

Tashman was charged with obstructing a public thoroughfare and Fruhwirth was charged with two counts of assault.

“The Sierra Vista Police Department remains committed to the support of constitutionally protected speech and peaceful assembly,” said Sierra Vista Police Chief Adam Thrasher. “We emphasize that these activities need to be conducted in a time, place, and manner that is safe and respectful to the rights of others.”

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