Police arrest man suspected of aiming gun at demonstrator during protest in Orange County

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. (KABC) -- A man suspected of aiming a gun at a demonstrator during a protest in Newport Beach on Wednesday has been arrested, authorities say.

Travis Patrick White, 48, of Newport Beach, was arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon and criminal threats, according to the Newport Beach Police Department.
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On Wednesday, just before 3:30 p.m., Newport Beach police received a report about a suspect who brandished a handgun at a protester near 30th Street and Newport Boulevard.

Police said the suspect and victim were arguing when the suspect brandished a black handgun from his backpack and fled.

Authorities were able to identify the suspect with assistance of media and local citizens, and arrest White, police said.
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Man suspected of aiming gun at demonstrator during protest in Newport Beach