James PackardAcross six city blocks near downtown Seattle, city streets have transformed. The police have abandoned their east precinct, on orders from city leadership. Now, armed civilians stand at barricaded entrances. But without clear leadership or purpose, the demands of those who want change is being muddled. Follow us inside Seattle's 'autonomous zone.'
'Hijacked': Inside Seattle's Police-less, Leaderless 'Autonomous Zone'
After weeks of sometimes violent clashes, protesters have taken over a small section of Seattle. Is this what life without police looks like?
'Hijacked': Inside Seattle's Police-less, Leaderless 'Autonomous Zone'
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June 12, 2020
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