July 18, 2025 Your Source for Brentwood News

A “First Amendment Audit” Turns Violent at the Brentwood Post Office on Tuesday

A Bystander Injured and Hospitalized After YouTube Group Films Residents

The Brentwood Post Office was the site of what looked like a publicity stunt and ended in violence. When the post office at 200 S. Barrington Avenue opened at 8:30 a.m., a man named Josh Paris met six men who claimed to be “First Amendment Auditors” who were there as part of a group that they called “iiMPCT MEDIA,” as reported by Fox 11 News. The incident seemed strange and we have reached out to the LAPD for confirmation in addition to the video footage published by Fox 11 News.

“First Amendment Auditors” are defined by the website Freedom Forum.org which states, “A First Amendment audit occurs when people film public officials or employees to hold them accountable or “test” their right to film in public spaces like town halls, libraries, police stations, parking lots, or state and local agencies. The public space “passes” the test if the audit is uneventful. It fails the test if a public employee confronts the person filming — or “auditor” — attempts to stop them from filming, threatens them with arrest, or removes them from the public space.”

“First Amendment audit videos are often posted to YouTube.”

The men were dressed in costume, with one man wearing a full white futuristic suit reminiscent of Star Wars characters, with a reflective visor over his face. After some difficulty remembering the name of his costume, he called himself, “Shockwave.” The other men were dressed in non-descript clothing and were wearing fake beards and bandannas over their faces. 

Paris interviewed “Shockwave” on camera and the “audit” seemed to not cause too much trouble, except when members of the public objected to being filmed. The witness footage shows the men standing in front of the entrance of the post office where a woman who was trying to enter the building.

After the woman’s attempts to access the building seemed frustrated, the woman allegedly waved her cane at the men and walked away. A man named Robert came to the woman’s defense and reportedly was put in a chokehold on the ground by more than one of the “iiMPCT MEDIA” members who also allegedly stomped on the man’s head.

Robert, according to the report from Fox 11, was having trouble breathing after being released and bystanders called 911. The news report states that one of the men ran away but returned with a camera to film what was happening and he and two other members of the group were placed under arrest. 

We have requested more information from the LAPD and will update this story as the story develops. iiMPCT MEDIA has posted a video of their audit on their YouTube channel but it does not include the footage of the fight.

The video’s description refers to people who object to being filmed or who call the police “Karens.” The linked Instagram account is private and the TikTok account no longer exists.

in News
Related Posts

Nearly $1B Secured for Refinancing of Westfield Century City Mall

July 18, 2025

July 18, 2025

The proceeds will replace a $925 million commercial mortgage-backed securities loan, originally issued by Morgan Stanley in 2023 and due...

West Coast Premiere of ‘The Opposite of Love’ Opens at Hudson Backstage Theatre

July 18, 2025

July 18, 2025

Produced by Neil Gooding Productions, behind shows like Back to the Future: The Musical, the play runs Thursdays through Saturdays at...

Study Highlights Economic Impact of Cap-and-Trade Extension in Los Angeles

July 17, 2025

July 17, 2025

Governor Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders are pushing to reauthorize the program this year, citing its role in generating 287,000...

Man Arrested in Brentwood for Impersonating Firefighter During Palisades Fire

July 17, 2025

July 17, 2025

The suspect faces at least 28 criminal counts—including 23 felonies—spanning incidents from 2023 to May 2025 Federal and local law...

Mayor Bass Hails National Guard Withdrawal as Victory for Unity

July 17, 2025

July 17, 2025

The Pentagon’s decision to reduce the troop presence follows weeks of legal challenges and public demonstrations Mayor Karen Bass celebrated...

(Video) Did You Know Emma Chamberlain’s Coffee Shop is in Century City?

July 16, 2025

July 16, 2025

The outpost is a first for the popular influencer Did You Know Emma Chamberlain’s Coffee Shop is in Century City?...

Tesla Seen Nearly Crashing into West LA Home After Collision

July 16, 2025

July 16, 2025

Footage depicted a blue Prius on the road with significant front-end damage A crash involving injuries was reported around 12:30...

DUI Checkpoints to be Conducted Across LA This Weekend

July 16, 2025

July 16, 2025

The LAPD selects checkpoint sites based on data indicating high incidents of impaired driving-related crashes and arrests The Los Angeles...

Dodgers to Host Back to School Bash for Fire-Affected Families

July 16, 2025

July 16, 2025

The free event will offer free groceries, school supplies, outfits, haircuts, medical screenings, and carnival rides The Los Angeles Dodgers...

What to Expect at This Weekend’s “Conquer The Pier 5K and 1 Mile Race/Walk” in Venice

July 16, 2025

July 16, 2025

Proceeds will fund community programs, youth sports, and park enhancements The Conquer The Pier 5K and 1 Mile Race/Walk will...

LA Sees Second Straight Year of Homelessness Decline, Leaders Celebrate Progress

July 15, 2025

July 15, 2025

The survey, designed by the University of Southern California, reported a 17.5% drop—the largest two-year decrease on record The Los...

Hundreds of Red-Legged Frog Tadpoles Released in Santa Monica Mountains

July 15, 2025

July 15, 2025

Once widespread in California, red-legged frogs vanished from the Santa Monica Mountains by the 1970s Nearly 600 California red-legged frog...

Federal Judge Sides with Santa Monica, Other Local Governments Against Immigration Raids

July 15, 2025

July 15, 2025

Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete praised the ruling, saying it reaffirmed the city’s commitment to protecting residents from unjust detention...

California Hits Two-Thirds Clean Energy Milestone

July 14, 2025

July 14, 2025

This year, clean energy has powered the state for an average of seven hours daily, with over 90% of days...

Beverly Hills Plans Major Apartment Development Near Civic Center

July 14, 2025

July 14, 2025

The site, currently holding 13 residential units, is slated for demolition to make way for the new development A proposal...