Feb 9 • 13:19 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Woman is thrown to the ground by police during approach at a gas station in SC; VIDEO

A woman was recorded being thrown to the ground by a military police officer at a gas station in Braço do Norte, South Carolina, during a drug-related incident.

A disturbing incident was captured on video showing a woman being forcibly thrown to the ground by a military police officer in a gas station in Braço do Norte, South Carolina. The event took place early on Saturday morning when the woman approached a man who was already being searched and handcuffed by another officer. The police were responding to an alleged drug trafficking incident when the woman tried to interfere, which led to the officer's aggressive response.

In the video, the officer can be seen pointing a firearm at another man, who is complying with instructions and appears to be in distress during the search. As this is happening, the woman records the interaction with her cellphone, prompting another officer to rush towards her and push her against the convenience store window before throwing her to the ground. This altercation has raised questions about police conduct and the use of excessive force during law enforcement actions.

In response to the incident, the Military Police command released a statement indicating the initiation of an internal inquiry to investigate the actions of the officers involved. The situation underscores ongoing concerns regarding police behavior in Brazil, particularly in contexts involving potential drug offenses, and highlights the importance of scrutiny and transparency in police practices during such operations.

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