Posted by jay on January 7, 2004, at 10:16:26
Hey folks...I don't know if anyone cares to listen, but I gotta get this off my chest. You may have seen on the news, over New Years Eve somebody I know and is very popular got into a fight with the cops and security at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples Florida. He got beaten up really bad, has been charged with a few felony's, *but*, he is claiming the police used excessive force and is preparing to sue them. But, all in all, innocent until proven guilty, right? I've even set up a petition online to the Naples' Sheriff's office stating we as fans and people who know him support him 100 percent. This guy's character is solid, especially for a rock star, and he has *never* been charged with anything (besides a few speeding tickets.)
Now...here is the story (and footage) of him after spending the night in jail. His nose was broken, and splattered blood all over his Tux shirt, as you will see.
http://www.nbc-2.com/News/stories/040102-lifeson-2.shtmlHe is also an Order of Canada recipient, which is Canada's equal to being Knighted by the Queen of England. If you knew him personally, this would *totally* shock you. But, to some people, the police are ALWAYS right, and I am "evil" for putting up a petition not only to support Alex, but asking the Sheriff's office in Naples for a complete and accurate account of the situation, (Which they still not have done...no witnesses interviewed..nadda.)
Sorry...just had to get that off my chest....thanks.
Jay
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