So for the month of November we have selected the case of Roger Carlos, who was severely beaten by officers with the San Antonio Police Department (SAPD). According to news reports, Mr. Carlos had done nothing wrong. He was apparently just in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Here’s what reportedly happened. SAPD police were hunting for a suspect on drugs and weapons charges. In a case of mistaken identity, officers swarmed on poor Mr. Carlos. And even though Mr. Carlos complied with their commands, they just kept hitting him.
Mr. Carlos’s wife, Ronnie, still can’t believe this has happened. The couple has three boys under the age of ten–but their father is now paralyzed from the chest down. Doctors are also concerned he may have difficulty breathing down the road. The medical bills for multiple surgeries are enormous.
After reviewing the case, a police discipline board recommended 15-day suspensions for three officers involved. The Police Chief, William McManus, thought that recommendation was wrong. He shortened each of the suspensions to five days.
Worst of the Month — November is a post from PoliceMisconduct.net