MPD District 2: Illegally detained +searched by Cpt Edward Bernat+Sgt Jeffrey Tolliver (202)715-7300 Accountability Media 2019-04-20 | On April 6th, 2019 I visited the Metropolitan Police Department 2nd District Station in Washington, DC. During my visit, I was illegally detained and searched by Captain Edward Bernat (badge #90) and Sergeant Jeffrey Tolliver (badge #737). Should you wish to contact MPD's 2nd District Station, their phone number is (202) 715-7300A false report was filed by MPD concerning this incident. Watch that video here: youtu.be/CFFLyFyML24If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Past complaints concerning Sergeant Jeffrey Tolliver can be viewed here:archive.org/details/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101archive.org/stream/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101.46.9_djvu.txtI recognize carrying ID is not best practice, and doing so was an oversight. I have heard your feedback and have since used that procedure on an audit that has yet to be published.My choice to record the MPD 2nd District Station was based on the goal of exercising my rights only. My views on MPD and DC government policy and current leadership had no bearing on this video and will remain private for these purposes.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Accountability for Illegal Detention and Search- MPD District 2 Updates Accountability Media 2021-06-03 | On April 6th, 2019 I visited the Metropolitan Police Department 2nd District Station in Washington, DC. During my visit, I was illegally detained and searched by (former) Captain Edward Bernat (badge #90) and (former) Sergeant Jeffrey Tolliver (badge #737). Since then, DC Office of Police Complaints and Internal Affairs investigations were completed, Bernat and Tolliver are both no longer employed by MPD, the civil complaint was settled, and the District Attorney’s office refused to provide an arrest warrant. This is an update concerning those developments. Should you wish to contact 2nd District Commander Duncan Bedlion's office, his office's phone number is (202) 730-1901The original video of the incident can be found at the following link: youtu.be/Z4EiBG6NFSUA false report was filed by MPD concerning this incident. Watch that video here: youtu.be/CFFLyFyML24Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Past complaints concerning Sergeant Jeffrey Tolliver can be viewed here:archive.org/details/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101archive.org/stream/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101.46.9_djvu.txtMy choice to record the MPD 2nd District Station was based on the goal of exercising my rights only. My views on MPD and DC government policy and current leadership had no bearing on this video and will remain private for these purposes.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Taking on the MPD with ACLU of DCs Michael Perloff- MPD and Sexual Assault (pt. 2) Accountability Media 2020-05-06 | On May 1st, 2020, I conducted a video call interview with the ACLU of DC's lead counsel on the case of Mwimanzi v. Wilson. We discussed the case as well as other cases involving unnecessary and invasive searches by the MPD that the ACLU of DC is pursuing. If you are capable, please join me in donating to the ACLU of DC Foundation, the national ACLU, or your local ACLU chapter. Then leave a comment so I can say thank you!Contribute to the ACLU of DC here: action.aclu.org/give/support-aclu-dc Here is the ACLU press release for the case involving Officer Joshua Wilson: aclu.org/press-releases/aclu-dc-sues-dc-police-officer-sexually-abusive-searchAnd here is the case filing: acludc.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/1-13-2020_mwimanzi_v_wilson_complaint.pdfHere is the original video that resulted in the lawsuit against and firing of Sean Lojacono: youtu.be/zXILS80IyyUHere is an NBC piece on the case with an interview of the plaintiff, Mbalaminwe Mwimanzi: nbcwashington.com/investigations/police-searches-of-suspects-under-scrutiny-amid-complaints-of-sexual-assault/2230381Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_Med Check out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
MPD- Collision and Cover-up? + MPD and Sexual Assault (pt. 1) Accountability Media 2020-05-02 | On April 27, 2020, I was returning from a neighborhood free senior meal distribution when I encountered the scene of a collision between a 4th district MPD cruiser and a civilian vehicle. This is what I witnessed. Note: I was wearing a mask and gloves while recording this video. I urge everyone to take appropriate precautions and use common sense while we attempt to limit the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic.Watch part 2 here: youtu.be/0RcPXBagsZcHere is the ACLU press release for the case involving Officer Joshua Wilson: aclu.org/press-releases/aclu-dc-sues-dc-police-officer-sexually-abusive-searchAnd here is the case filing: acludc.org/sites/default/files/field_documents/1-13-2020_mwimanzi_v_wilson_complaint.pdfIf you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_Med Check out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
FBI Washington Field Office- FBI Police try to stop me from recording Accountability Media 2019-12-13 | On December 11, 2019 I visited the FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation) Washington Field Office.Thanks to everyone who gave feedback concerning the music on my videos. I chose to continue using it for this one, but on the advice of one of my viewers, I included a microphone in the bottom right so it’s clear when there is dialogue if you want to mute otherwise.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_Med Check out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason. If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
New DHS HQ St. Elizabeths Campus - Security Calls FPS for Recording in Public Accountability Media 2019-12-06 | On December 5, 2019 I visited the new Department of Homeland Security headquarters- St. Elizabeths campus.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-fundedFollow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_Med Check out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason. If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Paying the CIA a Visit Accountability Media 2019-09-20 | On September 19, 2019 I visited the Central Intelligence Agency headquarters in McLean, VA (Langley).If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Saudi Embassy- Slipping My Secret Service Tail Accountability Media 2019-08-23 | On August 21, 2019 I visited the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Washington DC.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
DEA, TSA- private security attempts to detain me, orders me to stop recording on public sidewalk Accountability Media 2019-08-16 | On August 14th, 2019 I visited the US Drug Enforcement Administration and the US Transportation Security Administration in Arlington, Virginia.Due to matters outside of my control, it was necessary to conceal the identity of one of the security officers involved.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Return to the US Naval Observatory (Marine 2 Appearance) Accountability Media 2019-07-12 | On June 25th, 2019 I visited the US Naval Observatory in Washington DC. I am assuming the helicopter was using the Marine 2 designation, meaning VP Pence was onboard, as the timing would line up with his return from an event in Miami earlier that day.Watch my original visit here: youtu.be/ck9pmDpGzRo If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
DC Jail- Corrections Officers call Protective Services Police Accountability Media 2019-07-05 | On June 10th, 2019 I visited the DC Central Detention Facility (DC Jail) in Washington DC.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Unlawfully detained, handcuffed, searched- US Secret Service Uniformed Division Accountability Media 2019-06-21 | On April 9th, 2019 I visited the US Secret Service Uniformed Division headquarters at 1111 18th St NW, Washington DC. While recording from a public sidewalk, I was battered, unlawfully detained, handcuffed, and my property and person were searched.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com For those wondering about the "information pertaining to video" language in my FOIA response, I contacted Secret Service's FOIA office and they claim that they actually did search for the footage itself, not just information pertaining to it.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Immigration and Customs Enforcement- security batters camera, withholds my property, and calls FPS Accountability Media 2019-05-19 | On May 16th, 2019 I visited the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in Washington, DC.At 4:25 I misspoke: the security officers are not public officials. Their company is contracted by DHS, though it has no bearing on whether they can be recorded in public. This is clarified at 5:45.Paragon Security has been contacted concerning the actions of its personnel.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!Dangerous by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0)Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100414Artist: http://incompetech.com
Why you always lying? FALSE REPORT filed by MPD District 2 (202)715-7300 Accountability Media 2019-05-15 | On May 13th, 2019 I visited the Metropolitan Police Department headquarters in Washington, DC to receive a police report concerning my unlawful detainment, search, and temporary confiscation of my property at the hands of the Metropolitan Police Department 2nd District on April 6th, 2019. The report was definitively and likely deliberately false. Should you wish to contact MPD's 2nd District Station, their phone number is (202) 715-7300The original video of the incident can be found at the following link: youtu.be/Z4EiBG6NFSUIf you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Past complaints concerning Sergeant Jeffrey Tolliver can be viewed here:archive.org/details/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101archive.org/stream/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101/gov.uscourts.dcd.120101.46.9_djvu.txtConstructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Activists Clash at the Embassy of Venezuela- Multiple Arrested Accountability Media 2019-05-08 | Since January 2019, Venezuela has been undergoing a power struggle between Nicolas Maduro, who has been serving as President since the death of Hugo Chávez, and Juan Guaidó, who is the President of the National Assembly.The National Assembly declared that Guaidó has assumed the role of president, but Maduro still enjoys the support of the majority of the armed forces. 54 countries have recognized Guaidó.When Maduro's diplomats vacated the Embassy of Venezuela in DC, they left key cards with Code Pink and other American anti-intervention activists who are determined to stay in the embassy until Maduro's representatives return.Outside the building on May 1st and 2nd, 2019, Pro-Guaidó Venezuelans protest the activists' presence and attempt to block more activists, food, water, and other supplies from entering.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Illegally detained, handcuffed, searched- Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Accountability Media 2019-05-02 | On April 30th, 2019 I visited Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall. While recording from a public sidewalk, I was illegally detained, handcuffed, imprisoned in the back of a vehicle, and my property was searched.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com You may contact the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Police Department at (703)588-2800 or (703)588-2801.Mike Howard is the base Public Affairs Director, their Public Affairs phone number is (703)696-2976.The base’s Facebook statement concerning this incident has been deleted, ostensibly due to overwhelming public feedback. https://m.facebook.com/jbmhhThe entire page of the base police has also been taken down since the video was posted.Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Police personnel involved:Officer Daniel- originally detains me on the sidewalkOfficer Lewis- handcuffs me, places me in the vehicleStaff Sergeant Hook- orders Officer Lewis’ actionsDetective Mitchell- released me from detentionThe base police department faced controversy in 2017 due to PD personnel posing for a photo pretending to beat one of their own: http://www.fox5dc.com/news/local-news/controversial-photo-leads-to-internal-investigation-of-joint-base-myerhenderson-hall-policeWright Gate will be a stop on an autonomous shuttle service through the base expected to begin this month: arlnow.com/2019/04/08/autonomous-vehicles-shuttles-rolling-out-soon-at-fort-myerConstructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
DC Water- Stop taking pictures Accountability Media 2019-04-25 | On April 24th, 2019 I visited the DC Water Bryant Street Pumping Station in Washington, DC.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
US Naval Observatory- Harassed by Secret Service and Navy Police Accountability Media 2019-04-06 | On April 3rd, 2019 I visited the US Naval Observatory in Washington, DC.You can watch my follow-up visit here: youtu.be/76bnEE6RrIs If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com My choice to record the US Naval Observatory was based on the goal of exercising my rights only. My views on US Navy, Executive Branch, and Secret Service policy and current leadership had no bearing on this video and will remain private for these purposes.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
US Park Police- Assaulted by Officer Josh Knotts (202)426-7716 Accountability Media 2019-03-29 | On March 27th, 2019 I visited the US Park Police in Washington, DC. During my visit, I was assaulted by US Park Police Officer Josh Knotts (Badge #345). If you would like to contact US Park Police District 3, their phone number is (202)426-7716.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com My choice to record the US Park Police Edgewater Facility was based on the goal of exercising my rights only. My views on Department of the Interior, National Park Service, and US Park Police policy and current leadership had no bearing on this video and will remain private for these purposes.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Department of Energy- Harassed by DOE Protective Force, Followed by Federal Protective Service Accountability Media 2019-03-17 | On March 14th, 2019 I visited the Department of Energy in Washington, DC.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com My choice to visit the Department of Energy was based on the goal of exercising my rights only. My views on DOE policy and current leadership had no bearing on this video and will remain private for these purposes.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Embassy of Russia- The Russians will think youre CIA! Accountability Media 2019-03-13 | On March 10th, 2019 I visited the Embassy of Russia in Washington, DC.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com My choice to visit the Russian embassy was based on the goal of exercising my rights only. My views on Russian politics and US Foreign Policy towards Russia had no bearing on this video and will remain private for these purposes.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
Embassy of Israel- Threatened by Secret Service, Security Grabs Camera Accountability Media 2019-03-08 | On February 28th, 2019 I visited the Embassy of Israel in Washington, DC.If you would like to contribute towards travel expenses and new equipment, you may do so here: gofundme.com/f/keep-accountability-media-funded Follow Accountability Media on Twitter: twitter.com/Account_MedCheck out the Accountability Media website: accountabilitymedia.com To be clear, I introduced myself by my first name (which is redacted) to be friendly but refused to give my last name or ID. This was my first video. My choice to visit the Israeli embassy was based on the goal of exercising my rights only. My views on Israeli politics and US Foreign Policy towards Israel had no bearing on this video and will remain private for these purposes.Note: After searching the truck K-9 Officer "Joe" stopped to talk, holding his dog within approximately a foot of one of the embassy security personnel. The dog showed no signs of aggression and Joe clearly wasn't worried about any aggression from the dog. This demonstrates that he ordered me to move only in an attempt to deny my right to film. Sorry for not including it originally, but here is a link to that clip on imgur: imgur.com/I43E5yo Update: A complaint concerning the Secret Service K-9 Officer has been filed with the DHS Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties.Constructive feedback is always appreciated. I take no issue with swearing, but any comment I notice with a slur against a specific group will be removed. I reserve the right to remove any comment for any reason.If you enjoyed this video and want more please subscribe, like, and share!!
