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Arrest in Free Bridge Sexual Assault | Charlottesville News
Charlottesville Police arrest 48-year-old Michael Shaft Brewington in connection with a sexual assault at the Free Bridge encampment last Thursday; he faces aggravated sexual battery charges. The victim, who said the attacker may have been someone they knew, reported the assault on July 9. Chief Michael Kochis reaffirmed the department’s commitment to protecting all community members, especially those experiencing homelessness, emphasizing that safety and thorough investigation are non-negotiable. Brewington was taken into custody without incident, and authorities continue their ongoing…
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