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Elderly Woman Arrested for Hate Crime Assault

An 82-year-old woman arrested for assaulting two women at a political rally in Washington.

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PoliticsHuman Rights ViolationsUkElectionArrestHate CrimeAssault

Edmonds PoliceSnohomish County Jail

Donald TrumpKamala HarrisMichelle BennettMike Rosen

Where and when did the incident take place?: The assault occurred on Monday before the election, at a rally supporting an unnamed conservative political figure. The suspect was booked into Snohomish County Jail on suspicion of a hate crime.
What was the main event described in the news article?: An 82-year-old woman was arrested for assaulting two women at a political rally in Edmonds, Washington. The suspect allegedly shouted at the women about their political views and then physically assaulted them.
What were the injuries and consequences for the victims?: The two victims sustained minor injuries and did not require medical attention. The police chief and mayor released statements condemning the violence and emphasizing the importance of free speech and peaceful protests.
Why was the suspect arrested on suspicion of a hate crime?: The suspect allegedly made comments about the victims' race and skin color during the assault, leading to the hate crime charge. She reportedly showed no remorse for her actions and even tried to re-enact the assault for the police officers.
How is the election mentioned in relation to the main event?: Donald Trump's victory in the presidential election is mentioned in the article, but this event is secondary to the main story of the assault.

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