The debate over disproportionate use of force by police that followed George Floyd’s death has largely ignored some of the most vulnerable targets: children. apne.ws/DWDQ540
An @AP investigation finds numerous cases in which children as young as 6 have been handcuffed, felled by stun guns, taken down and pinned to the ground by police officers. And departments nationwide have few or no guardrails to prevent such incidents. apne.ws/QJvL7fM
Royal Smart remembers every detail: the feeling of the handcuffs on his wrists. The panic as he was led outside into the cold March darkness, arms raised, to face dozens of police guns pointed at him. He was 8 years old. apne.ws/BzReIzT
@AP You have to make it clear to “them” that your children are not to be touched, period. And “they” have to KNOW that you mean it.
@AP When gov doesn't take care of it's people- they become fellons.
@AP and this is exactly why children HIDE when they see a cop coming their way…