But there are a number of "right" leaning media sources that would play a tape of this sort day and night if it clearly demonstrated an assault. In addition, the tape would become evidence in any trial. It would allow for the victims of such an attack to identify their attackers. Long range still photos would be useful in this regard also.
I like the "Linda Tripp" idea that one must give the enemy a taste of their own medicine. She saved tapes too. A certain young woman saved a stained dress "as insurance". Bet that dress saved her life. If FReepers on the front lines are going to risk their bodies, they had better have a way to record exactly what happens and who is doing it at the time. It is legal, it has power, and it is effective.