Who is Chi Ossé? NYC council member detained at Bed-Stuy eviction
Who is Chi Ossé? NYC council member detained at Bed-Stuy eviction
Amethyst Martinez, USA TODAYWed, April 22, 2026 at 3:45 PM UTC
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Who is Chi Ossé? NYC council member detained at Bed-Stuy eviction
New York City councilmember Chi Ossé was reportedly detained Wednesday morning, April 22, while protesting an eviction in Bed-Stuy.
According to a statement by the councilmember's office, Ossé "was arrested while defending his constituent, Carmella Charrington, from eviction after six decades in her home."
A video shared on social media appears to show officers pull Ossé to the ground and put handcuffs on him as he lies face down on the sidewalk. The councilman is then lifted to his feet and escorted away by two officers with his hands restrained behind him.
Ossé is currently at the NYPD's 79th precinct in Bed-Stuy, his office said.
"We encourage you to show up to the precinct to call for his release and support the Black homeowners whose homes are being stolen through deed theft," a post read.
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It was not immediately clear late Wednesday morning what, if any, charges were filed against Ossé.
Who is Chi Ossé?
The progressive politician serves district 36, representing Bedford-Stuyvesant and North Crown Heights.
He was first elected in 2021 at just 23 years old and previously was a prominent organizer for large causes in the city, like the Black Lives Matter movement, according to his website.
Ossé, now 28, also currently co-chairs the Brooklyn Delegation and LGBTQIA+ Caucus.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Who is Chi Ossé? NYPD handcuffs, removes councilman from eviction
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