On Thursday evening, a demonstration in Newton, Massachusetts, that was intended to support Israel turned violent, which resulted in the arrest of a veteran of the Iraq War who was 47 years old. Assault and battery with a deadly weapon, as well as a violation of a constitutional right that resulted in injury, are the charges that have been brought against Scott Hayes, a resident of Framingham, according to the reports. On the basis of the fact that Hayes reportedly shot a man whom he tackled, these allegations have been submitted.
Hayes made his appearance in Newton District Court on Friday afternoon, and after posting a bond of $5,000, he was allowed release from custody. According to the local media, the court ordered Hayes to wear a GPS tracking device and to follow a curfew in order for him to continue working. This was done in order for him to meet the requirements of the court. Hayes was struck by a man who made his way across the street at approximately 6:40 p.m., and this individual was not affiliated with the gathering. It was because of this that the commotion that was occurring close to the crossroads of Washington and Harvard streets occurred nearby.
An injury that is deemed to be life-threatening is currently being treated at a local hospital by the victim, who is currently receiving medical attention. After being arraigned and given a bail sum of $5,000 today, Scott Hayes was now released from custody. They did not prosecute him with any other offence; rather, they charged him with assault and battery with a deadly weapon only. They did not read the accusation that came before it, which was shown by their failure to do so. A criminal complaint has been filed against the individual who maintains anti-Israel beliefs. The application for the complaint has been submitted.
