Lower Merion Police released video of an officer using a Taser on a woman during a traffic stop, saying he was justified in his use of force while also stating he didn’t follow best practices when he initially approached the vehicle. Watch the video HERE:
Lower Merion Police Superintendent Mike McGrath said Jordan was uncooperative and agitated during the traffic stop and that the use of force was justified.
“We want to make it clear and to be transparent,” McGrath said. “We can sometimes fail. Our officers are human.” “Does she become a little upset and hysterical? Sure,” Bezar said. “Four police officers roll up on me with a gun drawn, you better believe I’m going to get uncomfortable.” Video of the incident that made the rounds on social media prompted outrage from the Pennsylvania Legislative Black Caucus who called for Lower Merion Police to change their use of force policy, stating that there are racial disparities in traffic stops.
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