Rash of video footage incriminates lawmakers, police

[Jazzy]

An uproar over a cell phone video that shows a Seattle police officer punching a 17-year-old girl after his attempt to cite her for jaywalking is just one of several recent incidents where low-quality video footage shot by members of the public has incriminated public officials.



The video, which you can watch here: http://news.yahoo.com/video/us-15749625/20360943 (warning: disturbing content), shows a young woman resisting Officer Ian P. Walsh, who was citing the woman and a friend Monday for jaywalking. Her friend attempts to intervene, inserting herself between the officer and her friend and grabbing the officer's arm. That's the moment when the officer punches her in the face.



Seattle community leaders are in an uproar, saying the use of force was excessive. Officials with the Seattle Police Department say they have questions about the officer's tactics and are investigating the incident. But Seattle Police Officers Guild President Rich O'Neil says the officer's use of force was appropriate. The Seattle department announced Wednesday that Walsh has been reassigned pending further inquiries



Link with more videos: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ynews/ynews_ts2638

 

[Wolvendeer]

Wow, did he have to punch a woman in the face? I hope they string him up.

 

[Jazzy]

Her friend attempts to intervene, inserting herself between the officer and her friend and grabbing the officer's arm. That's the moment when the officer punches her in the face.

One lesson learned, never ever put your hands on an officer. Just do what they say and you'll be fine.

 

[Wolvendeer]

Oh, most definitely.