Man Arrested, Charged with Attacking Chicago Police Officer with Skateboard

Chicago police have arrested a man they say attacked an officer with a skateboard during a clash between demonstrators and police on Saturday in the Loop.

According to authorities, 25-year-old Jeremy Johnson has been charged with felony aggravated battery to a peace officer after the incident, which occurred near the intersection of Wacker Drive and Michigan Avenue on Saturday afternoon.

Jeremy Johnson

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The officer, who was wearing a helmet at the time of the incident, sustained minor injuries and was hospitalized after the attack, police said.

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Police say 24 people were arrested Saturday, while 17 police officers suffered injuries.