Multiple videos of the incident circulated on social media through the weekend and police on Monday night shared body cam video.
“We will not rest until justice is served and those responsible are held accountable,’’ Givan said. “This case highlights the urgent need for police reform, training and the protection of every citizen’s rights.”
Mims continued to direct the band. A female sergeant said, “Load them up before I contact the superintendent.”They continued to go back and forth. Police repeatedly told him to put his hands behind his back. That’s when an officer deployed a taser stun gun. The Birmingham police Internal Affairs Division is investigating, as it does with all incidents where an officer uses force during an arrest.
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