Belmar Police released bodycam video of a surfer's arrest after videos from beachgoers raised questions about the officer's actions.
BELMAR, N.J. -- Belmar police released bodycam video of a surfer's arrest on the Jersey Shore after it caused a commotion among beachgoers.The department shared it after videos from beachgoers watching the police encounter gained traction on social media and raised questions about the officer's actions. One person's video shows Liam Mahoney, 28, being forced to the ground after being questioned about whether or not he had a beach badge, which is required.
The gate attendants requested these surfers to show their beach badge, however, their requests went ignored. On this date, the officers who were assigned to the beachfront conducted a check for daily and seasonal badges.''The body worn camera recording shows that during this check, the subject later identified as Liam Mahoney, was approached by officers and when asked for his badge, he replied 'I do not need one.
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