18 Charged After Unpermitted Block Party in San Francisco’s Stud Alley
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins is charging 18 individuals arrested during an unpermitted block party in the Stud Alley area on June 27, over Pride weekend. The arrests occurred after police declared an unlawful assembly and ordered attendees to…
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, July 23, 2026 —
San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins has announced charges against 18 individuals arrested on June 27, the Saturday of Pride weekend, following an unpermitted block party in the Stud Alley area. The arrests took place after law enforcement declared an unlawful assembly and instructed attendees to leave the vicinity.
The charges filed against the individuals include unlawful assembly, failure to disperse, and resisting arrest. The events of that evening have since prompted discussion and criticism concerning the actions of the San Francisco Police Department during Pride celebrations. This incident is also being considered alongside another confrontation that occurred following the city’s Trans March.
Details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the declaration of unlawful assembly and the subsequent arrests have been provided by the District Attorney’s office. The charges aim to address the violations of public order and safety observed during the unpermitted gathering.
The cluster of arrests and the ongoing dialogue surrounding police conduct during Pride events highlight a complex intersection of public safety concerns and community rights. The District Attorney’s office is proceeding with the legal process for the 18 individuals charged.
Story summarized from the original created by Steph Rodriguez on ww2.kqed.org, see more information here.
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