Rhode Island Assistant AG Captured on Bodycam Threatening Cops Amid Trespassing Arrest- Social Media Reacts. 

 A viral bodycam clip has thrust Rhode Island prosecutor Devon Hogan Flanagan into the spotlight. Seen invoking her title, demanding officers deactivate their cameras, and warning them, “You’re going to regret this,” during a trespassing arrest that has since sparked widespread public outrage online.

Responding to a call about an “unwanted party,” at the Clarke Cooke House in Newport on August 14. Newport Police found Flanagan and her friend Veronica Hannan outside the restaurant. Despite staff requesting their removal, Flanagan refused, insisting she hadn't been properly notified of trespassing, and demanded the officers deactivate their bodycams, citing a non-existent “citizen request” protocol.  😂

When officers pressed, Flanagan reiterated, “I’m an AG,” while her friend added, “She’s a f*ing lawyer, so she knows.” The officer snapped back, "That’s bull** lawyer stuff,” and proceeded with the arrest. As she was hauled into the cruiser, Flanagan again declared, “You’re going to regret it.” 

The Attorney General’s Office swiftly confirmed that there is no requirement for officers to turn off body-worn cameras at the request of a citizen; only victims or witnesses may request deactivation, and even then it remains firmly within the officer’s discretion. 

Flanagan faces a misdemeanor charge of willful trespass; Hannan was arrested on charges of trespass, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. Hannan’s attorney says she is “overwhelmed and embarrassed.” 

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha described the prosecutor’s conduct as “inexcusable,” signaling there will be "strong sanctions" ahead. Possibly including a suspension without pay. Flanagan reportedly viewed the bodycam footage and expressed remorse, and an apology to the Newport Police Department is reportedly underway. 

As the video spread, public reactions followed swiftly:

• X (formerly Twitter) commentary highlighted the stark contrast between Flanagan’s official role and her behavior: “A legal professional wielding her title as a shield and it backfires.”
   
• On Threads, users questioned systemic accountability: “When someone entrusted with prosecutorial power behaves like this, trust in the system erodes.”
   
• A popular Facebook post garnered hundreds of comments branding the incident “a textbook case of arrogance” and calling for transparent disciplinary action. Several users voiced concern that such behavior could damage confidence in public institutions.

 Rhode Island Assistant AG Captured on Bodycam Threatening Cops Amid Trespassing Arrest- Social Media Reacts. 

 A viral bodycam clip has thrust Rhode Island prosecutor Devon Hogan Flanagan into the spotlight. Seen invoking her title, demanding officers deactivate their cameras, and warning them, “You’re going to regret this,” during a trespassing arrest that has since sparked widespread public outrage online.

Responding to a call about an “unwanted party,” at the Clarke Cooke House in Newport on August 14. Newport Police found Flanagan and her friend Veronica Hannan outside the restaurant. Despite staff requesting their removal, Flanagan refused, insisting she hadn't been properly notified of trespassing, and demanded the officers deactivate their bodycams, citing a non-existent “citizen request” protocol.  😂

When officers pressed, Flanagan reiterated, “I’m an AG,” while her friend added, “She’s a f*ing lawyer, so she knows.” The officer snapped back, "That’s bull** lawyer stuff,” and proceeded with the arrest. As she was hauled into the cruiser, Flanagan again declared, “You’re going to regret it.” 

The Attorney General’s Office swiftly confirmed that there is no requirement for officers to turn off body-worn cameras at the request of a citizen; only victims or witnesses may request deactivation, and even then it remains firmly within the officer’s discretion. 

Flanagan faces a misdemeanor charge of willful trespass; Hannan was arrested on charges of trespass, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. Hannan’s attorney says she is “overwhelmed and embarrassed.” 

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha described the prosecutor’s conduct as “inexcusable,” signaling there will be "strong sanctions" ahead. Possibly including a suspension without pay. Flanagan reportedly viewed the bodycam footage and expressed remorse, and an apology to the Newport Police Department is reportedly underway. 

As the video spread, public reactions followed swiftly:

• X (formerly Twitter) commentary highlighted the stark contrast between Flanagan’s official role and her behavior: “A legal professional wielding her title as a shield and it backfires.”
   
• On Threads, users questioned systemic accountability: “When someone entrusted with prosecutorial power behaves like this, trust in the system erodes.”
   
• A popular Facebook post garnered hundreds of comments branding the incident “a textbook case of arrogance” and calling for transparent disciplinary action. Several users voiced concern that such behavior could damage confidence in public institutions.