Los Angeles: The Los Angeles Police Department is
investigating a Use of Force incident that occurred on August 21, 2012,
during the course of a traffic stop. The incident was captured on video
and involved two police officers assigned to Foothill Area.
Immediately
after the Use of Force, the involved officers reported it to a
supervisor as required by Department policy, and a Use of Force
investigation was initiated. The assigned investigating supervisor
canvassed the area and located the videotape which captured the
incident.
Based on the statement of the arrestee and the
contents of the video, a personnel complaint was initiated.
Investigators from Internal Affairs Group will be conducting the
complaint investigation. The two officers have been reassigned to
non-field duties pending the outcome of the investigation.
"My
initial review of the officers' statements and the recorded video cause
me to have serious concerns about this Use of Force," said LAPD Chief
Charlie Beck. "We will investigate this thoroughly and hold our
officers accountable for their actions."
Anyone with information
about this case is urged to call Foothill Area Watch Commander at
818-756-8861 or Internal Affairs Group at 213-485-1486. During weekends
and off-hours, call the 24-hour toll free number at 800 339-6868.
Anyone wishing to contact the Department via their computer contact
LAPDOnline.org and click on “make a complaint” and follow the prompts.
