According to recently released body camera footage, Salt Lake City police officers held a man at gunpoint, tackled him, and used a Taser on him

On March 25th, Salt Lake City police officers arrested a man named Bernard Ewing for a felony assault charge. Ewing was held in custody at the Salt Lake County jail, but after being released on March 27th, he was transported to the University of Utah Hospital for medical treatment. According to police officials, Ewing became unresponsive while in custody and was taken to the hospital.

The incident has raised questions about how Ewing was treated while in police custody. Body camera footage from the incident has been released, which shows officers using force to subdue Ewing, who was resisting arrest. The footage shows officers hitting Ewing with a baton and using a Taser on him, as well as placing a spit hood over his head.

Following Ewing's hospitalization, police officials have stated that they are conducting an investigation into the use of force by the officers involved in the arrest. Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown has stated that he is committed to transparency and accountability in the investigation.

The incident has also prompted outrage from community members and activists, who have called for police reform and increased oversight. In a statement released on March 28th, the Salt Lake City chapter of the NAACP called for an independent investigation into the incident and for the officers involved to be held accountable.

The incident comes amid ongoing concerns about police brutality and misconduct in Salt Lake City and across the country. In recent years, several high-profile cases of police violence have sparked protests and calls for reform. In response, some cities have implemented reforms such as increased training and the use of body cameras.

Overall, the incident involving Bernard Ewing has raised important questions about police accountability and the use of force. As the investigation continues, it will be important for the public to stay informed and engaged on these issues, and to advocate for meaningful reforms to address police misconduct and ensure public safety.