 The Pasadena police department accused him of striking an officer (Zinzun was never charged with such a crime) while Zinzun claimed that he was wrongfully forced to the ground, sprayed with mace, and beaten with a flashlight.As a result of the incident Zinzun was permanently blinded in one eye.Following the incident he is quoted as saying "I'd rather lose an eye fighting against injustice than live as a quiet slave."