Kenosha unrest sparked by Blake shooting prompts multiple investigations
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Kenosha unrest sparked by Blake shooting prompts multiple investigations
The unrest in Kenosha sparked by the police shooting of Jacob Blake in August 2020 has prompted a number of criminal investigations including at the federal level.
KENOSHA, Wis. - The unrest in Kenosha sparked by the police shooting of Jacob Blake prompted a number of criminal investigations.
35-year-old Joshua Kiminski of Racine is facing a string of charges including arson stemming from the unrest in Kenosha last August. His wife Kelly is also facing charges. Prosecutors say there is cellphone video of both blocking law enforcement when riots broke out. There was also video of them intentionally lighting a dumpster on fire, court records say.
Racine couple faces criminal charges tied to Kenosha protests
By FOX6 News Digital Team
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Joshua Ziminski, 35, and Kelly Ziminski, 30, face the following criminal counts:
Arson of property other than building (felony - Joshua)
Disorderly conduct, use of a dangerous weapon (misdemeanor - Joshua)
Disorderly conduct (misdemeanor - Kelly)
Joshua Ziminski, Kelly Ziminski
According to the criminal complaint, Ziminski and his wife, Kelly, participated in protests and riots in downtown Kenosha which occurred in response to the shooting of Jacob Blake by a Kenosha Police Officer. A review of cellphone video shows both defendants attempted to block law enforcement vehicles that were clearing the area south of 56th St. on Sheridan Rd. because of a curfew that was imposed at the time.