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SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Activist Edin Alex Enamorado Arrested in Dramatic Morning Raid

San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies arrested activist Edin Alex Enamorado and seven others in an early morning raid that captured widespread attention. The arrest follows an incident at Disneyland where a viral video showed a woman making racist comments towards Eva Ramirez and her 2-year-old son.

Enamorado, known for his activism against racism and harassment, was taken into custody while protesting outside the woman’s home. The incident at Disneyland occurred in a restroom and sparked outrage after Ramirez confronted the woman for making derogatory remarks about speaking Spanish in America. Despite Ramirez’s attempt to address the racist comments, Disneyland security claimed they could not intervene as it was a verbal altercation.

The video quickly spread across social media platforms, catching the attention of TikTok users who identified the woman as a 22-year-old local resident of the Victor Valley. In response, a group of protesters, including Enamorado, gathered outside the woman’s residence in Apple Valley.

However, the demonstration took a dramatic turn when San Bernardino County sheriff’s deputies arrived on the scene. A video shared on Instagram by Riverside County Accountability showed the deputies ordering the protesters to the ground. Enamorado and another protester were handcuffed, with the latter’s phone being thrown onto the street.

Enamorado was later booked on charges of trespassing and refusing to leave but was released from jail shortly after, according to a spokesperson from the sheriff’s department. It is important to note that the arrest of Enamorado and the seven others was not directly related to the Disneyland incident. Instead, it was part of an extensive investigation into a “brutal assault” that occurred during a protest in Victorville in September.

The September protest took place outside the Victorville Police Department to support a 16-year-old girl who was body-slammed by an officer after a football game. During the protest, a fight broke out between a male passenger in a vehicle and several protestors, resulting in an uninvolved citizen being assaulted and pepper-sprayed by multiple subjects.

Enamorado accused the police department of setting up the incident and claimed that the arrests were a desperate move. He expressed criticism towards the Victorville Police Department, stating that they “rule the city like a dictatorship.”

Following an investigation conducted jointly by the Victorville Police Department, Upland Police Department, Fontana Police Department, and Pomona Police Department, search warrants were executed at multiple locations in San Bernardino, Upland, Ontario, Riverside, and Los Angeles. The raids resulted in the arrest of Enamorado and seven other suspects: Wendy Lujan, David Chavez, Stephanie Amesquita, Gullit Eder Acevedo, Edwin Pena, Fernando Lopez, and Vanessa Carrasco.

The suspects were taken into custody and booked at the High Desert Detention Center. Charges against them included assault with a deadly weapon, false imprisonment, conspiracy, and other felony charges. They are currently being held without bail.

During a press conference, San Bernardino County Sheriff Shannon Dicus condemned the group’s actions and stated that their behavior was not protected by the First Amendment. He emphasized that it is illegal to assault someone who disagrees with you and accused the group of using racism to threaten and intimidate their victims.

The investigation also revealed that the group manipulated videos and photos on social media to portray themselves as protectors of underrepresented communities. Sheriff Dicus emphasized that their actions went beyond the boundaries of the First Amendment and were more focused on clickbait and monetizing their online presence rather than addressing genuine issues.

Civil rights attorney Christian Contreras, who has a history of defending street vendors like Enamorado, is in contact with Enamorado, Wendy, and David Chavez, all of whom were arrested. Contreras believes this is a clear case of First Amendment retaliation and a violation of constitutional rights. He expressed disappointment in how law enforcement agencies, particularly the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department, are treating individuals like Alex.

Contreras stated that he will work closely with Enamorado and is confident about having the charges dropped, ensuring that justice will prevail. Furthermore, he mentioned their intention to pursue legal action once the charges are dismissed, although nothing has been finalized at this time.

Authorities urge anyone with information about this incident to contact the Victorville Police Department at 760-241-2911. For those who wish to remain anonymous, they can contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or submit a tip through wetip.com. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as the case develops.

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