Vaping arrest turns into violent encounter with police as officer knees man multiple times in Ocean City, Maryland, video shows

Video of a vaping arrest that turned violent has gone viral. Police say they are investigating the use of force.

After the officers informed the group of the city ordinance prohibiting smoking and vaping, the officers observed a man resume vaping, officials said. When the officers approached the group again, the man refused to provide his identification and"became disorderly," and a large crowd began to form around the officers, according to the city.

The man yelled back:"What are you arresting me for," before the officer kneed him in the ribs several times, Gray said, adding that she did not see what led up to the altercation.City officials said they were aware of the social media videos circulating, stating that the officers"are permitted to use force, per their training, to overcome exhibited resistance."

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