Video shows Columbus police take woman down to the ground during arrest

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – The Columbus Division of Police said Ohio’s inspector general is now investigating a use-of-force incident involving an officer.

The incident was captured on cell phone video in the Linden area on Tuesday evening. The video shows a woman walking backward toward officers who have their guns drawn. One of the officers then approaches the woman and takes her down to the ground.

In a statement, Columbus police acknowledged that use of force incidents can be upsetting to watch, but the department is asking for the community’s patience while the investigation is conducted…

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