At approximately 7:15 pm, the Seeds of Peace bus was pulled over for a “safety inspection” while heading to an owner-approved parking spot in Larimer. About 40 police, 15 vehicles detained the Seeds of Peace bus, which was being escorted by members of the 3 Rivers Climate Convergence (3RCC).
Two lawyers and a nearly a dozen members of 3RCC quickly joined the scene, along with many members of corporate media. After two hours of harassment, the police finally issued the driver a citation for “parking on the sidewalk” – which it appears they had to do when they were pulled over. They also imposed another restraint: they claim that the Seeds of Peace bus driver needs an “A class” license to drive the bus. Seeds of Peace has 24 hours to locate a suitable driver. In the meantime, the Seeds of Peace bus is parked and out of commission for cooking food for the mobilization – but thankfully Everybody’s Kitchen is able to provide cook for people.
Earlier today the ACLU filed suit on behalf of Seeds of Peace and 3RCC to call upon the Federal Court to issue a restraining order. The hearing will take place tomorrow (Wednesday) morning.
