A disturbing video has sparked national outrage after showing a handcuffed Black man allegedly assaulted by a white police officer during what witnesses say was a non-violent arrest.
The footage, which quickly went viral on social media, shows the man standing calmly beside a police vehicle with his hands cuffed behind his back. Moments later, an officer is seen forcefully shoving and striking him, despite the man not appearing to resist or pose any threat. Bystanders can be heard shouting for the officer to stop as the situation escalates.
The incident reportedly occurred in Miami, Florida, outside a residential area where officers were responding to a noise complaint. According to witnesses, the man had been cooperating with police before one of the officers “lost his temper” and became physically aggressive.
“He didn’t do anything to deserve that,” said one eyewitness who recorded the video. “He was calm. He kept saying, ‘I’m not fighting you.’ The officer just kept pushing him harder and harder.”
Civil rights advocates have condemned the footage, calling it another example of excessive force and racial bias in policing. “This is exactly the kind of behavior that erodes public trust,” said a spokesperson for the local NAACP chapter. “When someone is already restrained, there is absolutely no justification for violence.”
The department has since confirmed that an internal investigation is underway. In a brief statement, the police chief said, “We are aware of the video circulating online. The officer involved has been placed on administrative leave pending a full review.”
That response, however, has done little to ease public anger. Demonstrators gathered outside the police headquarters demanding accountability and the officer’s immediate termination. Protesters held signs reading “Justice for All” and “Stop the Abuse,” while others called for mandatory body camera footage to be released.
The man who was arrested, identified by his family as Marcus, was taken to the hospital for evaluation after complaining of shoulder and back pain. His attorney said he plans to file a civil rights lawsuit, alleging unlawful assault and emotional trauma. “My client was treated like less than human,” the attorney stated. “We intend to hold every responsible party accountable.”
Experts say this case highlights an ongoing issue within law enforcement regarding de-escalation training and racial disparities. “The use of force must always be proportionate,” said former police instructor Daniel Morris. “Once someone is handcuffed, the threat level is minimal — anything beyond that is excessive.”
The video continues to circulate online, reigniting debates about police reform and accountability. As investigations proceed, both community members and activists vow to keep pressure on local authorities until justice is served.
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