WATCH Viral video shows Arkansas police officers repeatedly hitting man before getting suspended × Follow Us Create Notifications New User posted their first comment this is comment text Link Approve Reject & ban Delete Log in Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Gaming Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout SK POP News WATCH Viral video shows Arkansas police officers repeatedly hitting man before getting suspended By Aurko Maitra Modified 22 Aug 2022 Follow Us Comment Share The officers are currently under suspension as the investigation continues (Image via Arkansas Police Department) On Sunday, three Arkansas Police Officers were suspended for punching Randall Worcester several times during an arrest in Mulberry, Crawford County. The Arkansas officers were caught on video allegedly kicking Worcester, 27, several times after slamming him to the ground. Trigger warning: Viewer discretion is advised Comments_From_Reddit@WordsFromRedditPolice beat man in Mulberry, Arkansas11Police beat man in Mulberry, Arkansas https://t.co/43SQmp6xpL As per the Associated Press, Worcester was accused of threatening an employee and allegedly assaulting one of the officers. After the attack, he was sent to officers before he was detained. He has been charged with second-degree assault, second-degree battery, refusal to submit, possessing an instrument of crime, terroristic threatening, criminal mischief and criminal tresspass. One officer can be seen punching the suspect with a clenched fist, while another can be seen kneeing him, and a third can be seen holding him down. Arkansas Police investigate an alleged police brutality case According to NPR, while two of the officers are deputies with the Crawford County Sheriff's office, the other is with the Mulberry Police Department. Marc Olivier@takeoutphotoNo amount of copaganda will repair public trust in police. The Arkansas video is yet another example of rampant and systemic police brutality and corruption. Merrick Garland should hand out investigations like he’s Oprah. “You get an investigation! You get an investigation!”151No amount of copaganda will repair public trust in police. The Arkansas video is yet another example of rampant and systemic police brutality and corruption. Merrick Garland should hand out investigations like he’s Oprah. “You get an investigation! You get an investigation!” In response to the incident, State Governor Asa Hutchinson said that measures would be taken to investigate the incident. Hutchinson said: "I have spoken with Col. Bill Bryant of the Arkansas State Police and the local arrest incident in Crawford County will be investigated pursuant to the video evidence and the request of the prosecuting attorney." In an official Facebook post, the Mulberry Police Department reflected a similar sentiment. They said: "The City of Mulberry and the Mulberry Police Department takes these investigations very seriously and holds all their officers accountable for their actions. We will take the appropriate actions at the conclusion of the investigation." Trigger Warning: Viewer Discretion is advised Chris Schneider@sundaysociologyMarch 3, 1991 Rodney King beating in the dark of night (L) was once the most explicit footage of police brutality ever seen on TV. Aug. 21, 2022 Arkansas Police beat (R) a man in broad daylight.Millions spent on body cameras & "sensitivity training" The more things change...3621March 3, 1991 Rodney King beating in the dark of night (L) was once the most explicit footage of police brutality ever seen on TV. Aug. 21, 2022 Arkansas Police beat (R) a man in broad daylight.Millions spent on body cameras & "sensitivity training" The more things change... https://t.co/9cRcaRw64l James Damante, Crawford County Sheriff, also posted on Facebook that the accusations against his officers would be taken seriously. He said: "I hold all my employees accountable for their actions and will take appropriate measures in this matter." On Sunday, it was announced that an official investigation had been launched. The case is still being probed, and the names of the officers have not yet been released by the authorities. Police brutality in America The Arkansas beating is just one of many alleged high-profile police brutality cases that have hit the headlines. The subject has been particularly controversial since the murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020, which led to violent nation-wide protests. Cartoon Mastermind #NewDeal4Animation @TomHamill2The police brutality in Arkansas was outright disturbing, even more terrifying when the cop looked up and noticed the camera and pointed. I bet he's saying "I'm coming for u next!" #PoliceBrutality3414The police brutality in Arkansas was outright disturbing, even more terrifying when the cop looked up and noticed the camera and pointed. I bet he's saying "I'm coming for u next!" #PoliceBrutality https://t.co/tSmenBXejz As per PNAS, police brutality particularly affects many young African American men, as it is one of the leading causes of death among male minorities. The study reported that 1 in every 1000 African American men in the US are killed by officers. The risk only increases for those between 20 and 35. In response, lawmakers have attempted to promote community-based policing, claiming that it will lead to a less antagonistic relationship between officers and young minorities. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Somava × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? 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