Roanoke Times
Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.
DATE: THURSDAY, March 28, 1991 TAG: 9103280212
SECTION: NATIONAL/INTERNATIONAL PAGE: A-12 EDITION: METRO
SOURCE: Associated Press
DATELINE: LOS ANGELES LENGTH: Short
Now he has a lawyer and an upcoming appearance on "Geraldo."
For three weeks and counting, Holliday's amateur camera work has been one of the nation's top stories.
The March 3 black-and-white footage of Rodney King being clubbed and kicked has led to charges against four officers.
On Tuesday, Holliday emerged after two weeks of seclusion. He was flanked by James Jordan, an attorney. After accepting a commendation from Los Angeles County Supervisor Kenneth Hahn, Holliday was besieged by press.
In a brief interview, he said he has changed his phone number twice to avoid reporters.
No, Holliday said, he had no idea that he would become a national hero for training his video camera on officers attacking King.
"I've got mixed feelings," he said. "Not bad ones. It had to be done."
Still, the attention has overwhelmed Holliday. After appearing on CNN's "Crossfire" the day after the video aired nationally, Holliday tried to hide from reporters.
"I just had to take care of my business," he said.
by CNB