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City Council Member Arrested During Family Eviction Protest

4/22/2026

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City Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested in Brooklyn while blocking Carmella Charrington's eviction from her family home.
The dispute has lasted over two years, with the family claiming ownership for more than 60 years.
Police removed Ossé during eviction enforcement, drawing supporters and activists.
Carmella Charrington remains jailed for contempt of court related to the case.
The developer, 227 Group LLC, is contesting the deed.

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Story summary

City Council Member Chi Ossé was arrested in Brooklyn while blocking Carmella Charrington's eviction from her family home.
The dispute has lasted over two years, with the family claiming ownership for more than 60 years.
Police removed Ossé during eviction enforcement, drawing supporters and activists.
Carmella Charrington remains jailed for contempt of court related to the case.
The developer, 227 Group LLC, is contesting the deed.