On July 23, the prosecution, represented by the Northwest District Attorney’s office, put forward a motion in Worcester District Court to dismiss the dangerous weapon charge, saying he did not believe he could prove it. After consulting with Spring’s attorney, Carl Williams, Judge Jennifer Ginsburg agreed to drop the charge.

I am resolute and unapologetic in maintaining my innocence," Etel Haxhiaj told cheering supporters outside court Wednesday.

Worcester City Councilor Etel Haxhiaj, who is accused of assaulting and interfering with law enforcement officers in May, said after facing a judge Wednesday that she’s “resolute and unapologetic” in proclaiming her innocence.