Councilmember Brown Attacked in Apartment | San Jose News

Oakland Councilmember Rowena Brown was violently attacked by an acquaintance, Ahshatae Millhouse, 38, who is now in custody facing multiple felonies including assault, robbery, and false imprisonment. Brown, who had been trying to help Millhouse through a tough time, asked her to leave after escalating behavior. The assault involved punches and strangulation; Brown escaped, reporting stolen property including her purse and two phones. Surveillance captured Millhouse leaving with the purse. Arrested in Livermore, Millhouse is held at Santa Rita Jail as charges are formally filed. Brown is recovering and has thanked police for their swift response, asking for privacy as she heals and continues her public service. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f72e4e8cba6134be