Officers in the video appear to be on top of the suspect hitting him during an arrest.
that the incident "will be investigated pursuant to the video evidence and the request of the prosecuting attorney."Sunday that two deputies had been suspended in connection with the video.
"I hold all my employees accountable for their actions and will take appropriate measures in this matter," Damante said.Mulberry Police Chief Shannon Gregory said an officer had been placed on leave "pending the outcome of the investigation," per AP.
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