Dismiss All Charges Against Hanif
My name is Aqiylah. I live in Richmond, VA. My son, Hanif Collins, a resident and reputable business owner, was assaulted by two white men participating in a protest near Hanif's business. Although he is the victim, Hanif was arrested, jailed, including time in solitary confinement without food or protection from the cold, and charged with a hate crime.
http://chng.it/sk94MTRV
Hanif is the primary wage earner for his family, a wife and two young children, who were without support during the time he was jailed. His business was forced to close early and cancel clients at the last minute. We are fundraising to cover Hanif's staff wages, loss of revenue for his family, and ongoing legal fees.
On Sept 20, Hanif passed an active protest in front of a church near his shop. Several protestors engaged him regarding his face mask. Some angry words were exchanged on both sides and Hanif continued to his shop further down the block. He was followed by several white male protestors (at least one had a visible weapon) who surrounded and physically accosted him, in front of his business ... (watch the video - https://youtu.be/yNN25-4Bv7w).
http://chng.it/sk94MTRV
Hanif is the primary wage earner for his family, a wife and two young children, who were without support during the time he was jailed. His business was forced to close early and cancel clients at the last minute. We are fundraising to cover Hanif's staff wages, loss of revenue for his family, and ongoing legal fees.
On Sept 20, Hanif passed an active protest in front of a church near his shop. Several protestors engaged him regarding his face mask. Some angry words were exchanged on both sides and Hanif continued to his shop further down the block. He was followed by several white male protestors (at least one had a visible weapon) who surrounded and physically accosted him, in front of his business ... (watch the video - https://youtu.be/yNN25-4Bv7w).
Organizer and beneficiary
Aqiylah Collins
Organizer
Tuckahoe, VA
Hanif Collins
Beneficiary