Wackenhut, Lies, and Videotape: or what happens when "They just don't want their pictures taken"
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A Rochester Indymedia videographer was accosted by a Wackenhut security guard contracted to the federal building during the 6th anniversary protests of the Iraq war.
While videotaping, an unidentified, plainclothes security guard got right in her face—so much so that the camera only sees his chin. In addition, he intentionally fogged up the lens. He stated that the security guards on the lawn did not want to be photographed and that it was illegal to take video of the federal building.
As E.G. Smith's Guide to Rochester states, "Never trust a cop." And that goes for private security guards as well. That being said, we decided to investigate the guard’s claims.
Video: Rochester Indy Media Videographer Harassed by Federal Building Security | Another example of private security guards lying at the Federal Reserve
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