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A video circulating online shows a Merseyside Police officer striking a youth during an arrest in Liverpool, prompting an internal review by the force's professional standards department.
Background
Police use of force in the UK is a recurring public concern, often amplified by citizen-recorded videos. Incidents can lead to internal reviews and public debate regarding police accountability and training standards.
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UK Police Officer's Use of Force Under Review After Viral Video
First report 7h agoLast update 6h agoExpresses concern over the officer's actions, questioning if anything can justify such force, despite acknowledging the limited context of the video.
Reports on the incident, noting the video's circulation and the police's response, without taking a definitive stance on the officer's actions.
UK police investigate officer's use of force during arrest
First report 12h agoLast update 6h agoMerseyside Police are reviewing a complaint after a video emerged showing an officer striking a youth during an arrest.
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