A clip of police in Syracuse, New York detaining a crying 8-year-old boy has gone viral, sparking outrage across social media.
The young boy (who is Black) reportedly stole a bag of chips, prompting what appears to be an outsize response involving multiple officers, with one restraining his arms around his back and forcing him into a police vehicle.
You can see the upsetting video for yourself (below): Related: How Rihanna Reacted To A$AP Rocky’s Shocking Arrest The video was filmed by Kenneth Jackson, who told WTSM: The boy’s father, Anthony Weah, told the Post-Standard he was grateful to Jackson for intervening.
He questioned: After the clip went viral, the Syracuse Police posted a statement on Twitter: Syracuse mayor Ben Walsh also released a statement, writing: Related: Daycare Owner Arrested After 3 Toddlers Eat THC-Laced Goldfish In Her Care These statements insisting that the child wasn’t handcuffed is not at all reassuring.
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