More Arrests Made Stemming From Austin Protests

AUSTIN, TX — Two additional arrests have been made stemming from what law enforcement described as "rioting, vandalism and assault" during protests decrying police brutality in May, officials said Friday.

The Texas Department of Public Safety on Wednesday obtained an arrest warrant for Mary Jane Weaver, 22, of Austin, officials said in an advisory. Weaver was wanted in connection with the assault of a Texas state trooper, interfering with public duties and riot participation during a protest at the Texas State Capitol May 30, officials said.

During the incident, police said, a number of protesters intentionally damaged the historic Texas State Capitol building, monuments and fixtures, as well as DPS patrol vehicles. Several troopers were also injured, according to officials.

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The Texas Department of Public Safety said Weaver was arrested without incident for felony assault of a public servant, riot and interference with public duties, and was booked into the Travis County Jail.

On Thursday, special agents made another arrest after obtaining an arrest warrant for Dominque Natalie Hernandez, 19, of Austin, according to the advisory. Police said Hernandez also faces felony charges for causing more than $7,000 in damage after vandalizing several locations in downtown Austin, including the Dewitt C. Greer Building.

She was taken into custody on an arrest warrant for rioting, according to the law enforcement agency, before being booked into the Travis County Jail. The latest charge for rioting stems from the woman's involvement with protests at the Texas State Capitol on May 31, police added.

The law enforcement agency released photos illustrating acts of violence and property damage during the protests:

Texas Department of Public Safety image.

Texas Department of Public Safety images.

"These arrests, along with the five others that have occurred since the protests, are the result of an extensive investigation to identify subjects involved in violent and destructive behavior during these protests," officials wrote. "The investigation into additional suspects continues and more arrests are forthcoming."

Read news releases related to other arrests stemming from protests here.