Canton police detective Brandon Momirov was terminated Monday after kicking 21-year-old Jaemiir McElroy on the night of Aug. 24, according to Canton Director of Public Safety Andrea Perry.
Canton police performed an internal investigation of Momirov and a disciplinary hearing, which was held by Perry.
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According to Perry, during the hearing, it was found that Momirov violated the following policies:
- No officer shall use more force in any situation than reasonable under the circumstances.
- Force shall only be applied in accordance with law and established departmental procedure.
- No officer shall display or brandish as a threat any weapon unless it is actual use in a situation that would be proper. However, when it is reasonable to anticipate that they may be required, weapons may be readied for use.
- No officer shall carry, use or modify any weapon or other police equipment unless it is approved by the department.