Rally held in support of Virginia runner charged with assault in viral baton incident
- A rally was held on March 13, 2025, for Alaila Everett, a Virginia teen charged with misdemeanor assault after hitting an opponent with a baton during a track meet, reaffirming her innocence.
- During the rally at I.C. Norcom High School, Everett expressed gratitude to supporters, asserting, "I would never do anything like that."
- Community activist Germain Green emphasized the need for unity and support for Everett, describing the incident as unintentional.
- The Portsmouth NAACP defended Everett, stating, "Alaila is NOT AN ATTACKER... This narrative must not go unaddressed.
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Virginia track runner accused of assaulting opponent supported by NAACP at rally
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