DETROIT There was a mock trial held in the middle of Downtown Detroit on Saturday. The Amphitheater at Hart Plaza became a courtroom of sorts, the leaders of the city were on trial. Protesters didnt march, no chants, just a couple hundred people met at Hart Plaza, quietly for a Public Tribunal against Detroit Police Chief James Craig and Mayor Mike Duggan. I respect the right of the protesters tonight to express their views on recent events, said Tristan Taylor with Detroit Will Breathe. Police Chief James E. CraigDetroit Police DepartmentClick here to read more about protests in Detroit.

DETROIT A public tribunal was held Saturday by on day 23 of protesting against police brutality. Protesters said theyre planning to question Mayor Mike Duggan and Detroit Police Chief James Craig about the police brutality they said theyve experienced. Chief Craig has often repeated that his officers only used tear gas and riot gear after they were provoked by protesters. Detroit protests have remained peaceful for weeks. Defund the police: What it means and why activists are calling for itClick here to read more about protests in Detroit.