Georgia: Tybee Police release video of viral arrest, say officers’ actions ‘were acceptable’

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    Apparently started when a woman of legal drinking age was harassed regarding her ID.


    Tybee Police release video of viral arrest, say officers’ actions ‘were acceptable’

    Authorities have released body camera footage from a viral weekend arrest on Tybee Island, stating that the police chief has determined the officers involved took appropriate action. A Facebook video showing three people being arrested on Tybrisa Street was posted overnight Saturday and quickly circulated the platform. Many commenters claimed the Tybee Island Police Department officers used excessive force in some of the arrests. According to an incident report, the situation unfolded around midnight at Rock House, a bar and grill, when a bouncer called officers over. The report says a young woman, later identified as 21-year-old Olivia Simons, was ...


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