Ferguson Officer Injured During Anniversary Protests

On the 10th anniversary of Michael Brown's death, protests in Ferguson, Missouri escalated as Officer Travis Brown was critically injured during a confrontation with protesters. The officer was attempting to arrest Elijah Gantt, who allegedly assaulted him, causing a severe head injury that left him fighting for his life in the hospital. Ferguson Police Chief Troy Doyle stated that the majority of the protests were peaceful until demonstrators began damaging property, prompting police intervention. Gantt has been charged with multiple counts, including first-degree assault, and is being held on a $500,000 bond. The protests commemorated Brown's controversial shooting in 2014, which ignited nationwide calls for police reform and accountability. Despite the violence, many community members participated in peaceful gatherings throughout the day.