New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani rushed to criticize New York City police Wednesday after an eviction protest turned into a scrum that led to the arrest of a New York City Council member.
Chi Ossé, a member of the Democratic Socialists of America, was one of four people arrested and charged with obstruction and disorderly conduct charges, according to theNew York Post.
“I have seen the concerning footage of Council Member Chi Ossé’s arrest earlier today and am in touch with Commissioner Tisch about the nature of the arrest,” Mamdanipostedon X.
“It is a pleasure to work alongside Council Member Ossé, a leader in his community and a partner in building a safer and more affordable New York City. I am grateful he is out of custody,” Mamdani wrote.
I have seen the concerning footage of Council Member Chi Ossé’s arrest earlier today and am in touch with Commissioner Tisch about the nature of the arrest.
It is a pleasure to work alongside Council Member Ossé, a leader in his community and a partner in building a safer and…
— Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani (@NYCMayor)April 22, 2026
Ossé was trying to prevent what his office termed a wrongful eviction of a woman from her Brooklyn home, according toNBC.
Carmella Charrington has claimed she is a victim of deed theft and refused to leave her home, despite a court order. Marshals and the city sheriff called for police backup because protesters were making it impossible for them to evict Charrington as ordered by the court.
Police said Ossé pushed past officers and did not stop when an officer spoke to him.
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