Newly released body-cam footage shows Los Angeles police officers repeatedly restraining a handcuffed man before his death in a jail cell, contradicting earlier reports of only two use-of-force incidents. The video captures officers subduing the individual, who was arrested following a family altercation, shortly before he was found unresponsive in custody. Authorities have since acknowledged a third instance of force was applied, raising further questions about the circumstances surrounding his death. The footage has sparked renewed scrutiny over police conduct and jail protocols.
Jose Carlos Hoyoz-Munoz was arrested after a family altercation and restrained for ‘combative’ behaviorA cadre of Los Angeles police officers beat and restrained a handcuffed man in July, minutes before he was found dead in a jail cell, according to newly released body-cam footage.On 15 July, Jose Carlos Hoyoz-Munoz, 58, was found unconscious in his cell at the Van Nuys regional jail. At the time, the LAPD said two use-of-force incidents had occurred, without specifying the nature. In the video released on Friday, the department said three use-of-force incidents occurred. Continue reading...
