Eric Hall, co-founder of Black Lives Matter Birmingham, was arrested Tuesday by the Birmingham Police Department.
According to jail records, Hall is being charged with a misdemeanor for assault-domestic and simple assault- family.
Hall ran for the Birmingham School Board earlier this year. He advanced to the runoff before losing to Yamika Foy. Foy won with 70% of the vote, defeating Hall 1,126 to 485.
Hall recently co-signed a letter demanding, "Correct practices within the Birmingham Police Department. Police already have the largest share of the city's resources, far beyond what is justified—more than they will ever need. Redirect existing funds to ensure that anyone on payroll receives comprehensive preparation in disability awareness, de-escalation, cultural competency, mental health response, and community engagement, reinforced by strict, enforceable standards."
Hall is considered innocent until proven guilty.
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