Formal complaint: Purpose and scope—Community policing and other policy violations
Complainant alleges that their minor son was sprayed and dragged by Austin police department officers despite passively resisting. The Office of Police Oversight recommends that this allegation receive an A classification.
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OF CITY AUSTIN OFFICE OF NOTICE OF FORMAL POLICE OVERSIGHT COMPLAINT FOUNDED 1839 ICMS #: 2020-0908 June 30, 2020 Complaint: Complainant, , alleges "my minor son, while passively resisting, was sprayed and dragged, several times, by mounted APD officers. He never raised a hand, nor engaged with officers, in any way, but was still assaulted". The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request.
