Indeed, the inexperience and poor training of these young officers is all too apparent. Even their superior said they should have talked the matter out with her a little longer. That would likely have deescalated the issue. Instead, they became verbally aggressive causing her to become defensive and afraid and non-compliant. At that point, the officer should have explained her options clearly to her, letting her know what they would have to do if she was not cooperative, and then give her a moment to comply. But none of that occurred. The officer clearly lost his composure, yelled “I’m done with you!” and then engaged in what transition very quick from normal to excessive force against her.
I do believe the officer who punched her in the head so violently should be subject to disciplinary action or dismissal. He was twice her weight, had another officer assisting him and had her down and restrained safely. There was absolutely no need to then also striking her with such great force in the head repeatedly. Such force can be potentially lethal and has proven to be in the past.
Citizens do not have to tolerate such brutality. We have a right not to be treated with excessive force. Police who engage in it deserve to face justice before the law and be held responsible for the injuries and deaths they cause. Let us not forget our forefathers fought a Revolution against the British to put an end to such oppressive and violent abuse of civilians by those in authority.
