NAACP Calls for Investigation of Laurel Police

Stems from accusations of police brutality

The NAACP wants Laurel’s police department investigated by federal prosecutors.

The call stems from cell phone video taken last month that appears to show an officer punching or slapping a man in handcuffs at least three times outside the Laurel Station Bar and Grill.

Leaders with the Prince George’s County chapter of the NAACP say it shows possible police brutality and they want the Justice Department to step in. They also want a federal probe into what they call racial profiling and discrimination in hiring.

The officer in the video is currently on administrative duty.
 

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