Feb 20 β€’ 14:16 UTC πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil G1 (PT)

'They hit and walked away,' says 15-year-old girl assaulted by police officer with a kick in Campo Grande

A 15-year-old girl reported being assaulted by a police officer during Carnival in Campo Grande, Brazil, after she and her friends were confronted over a verbal disagreement.

During the Carnival festivities in Campo Grande, Brazil, a 15-year-old girl was reportedly assaulted by a police officer, who delivered a kick to her back. The incident occurred on the 17th of February when the girl was with her sister and a friend, discussing a small disagreement. According to the victim, as tensions rose, several police officers intervened, escalating the situation by using batons and physically attacking them without warning.

The girl recounted that she felt pain, especially in her arm, after being kicked, and expressed her frustration over the lack of assistance offered by the officers post-incident. She claimed that no police personnel offered help after she fell, emphasizing that their response was solely aggressive rather than protective. The use of excessive force by law enforcement in such public events has raised concerns among local communities about policing methods.

This event has sparked discussions regarding police conduct, particularly around public events like Carnival where large crowds gather. Critics argue that such actions can lead to an erosion of trust between the community and law enforcement. Local authorities are urged to review police protocols to prevent similar occurrences in the future, and to ensure that the police remain protectors of public safety rather than perpetrators of violence.

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