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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa freshman Marcus Owens speaks to The Daily Iowan reporters in Iowa City on Thursday. Owens is the victim of an alleged hate crime that occurred outside of Eden Lounge in downtown Iowa City. Local law enforcement is currently investigating the incident. (The Daily Iowan/Joshua Housing)

Owens speaks out on attack

“Don’t touch my brother” was the last thing Marcus Owens said he heard before he was punched in the eye, then the mouth, which brought him down to the ground. He was then kicked, punched, and beaten. Owens,...