The Jacksonville police officer investigated for unnecessary force in a viral traffic stop last year has now returned to his normal duties.
Civil rights attorney Harry Daniels, representing William McNeil, Jr., the Jacksonville man punched in the face by Officer Donald Bowers in the viral traffic stop last February, is sharing his response to Action News Jax.
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In a statement, Daniels said:
“The internal investigation reflects JSO’s biased view of the events that took place on the day of the incident. Mr. McNeil has initiated a federal lawsuit against the sheriff and others to ensure accountability for the brutal beating he endured. It is crucial for citizens to demand accountability for misconduct, both at the ballot box and in the legal system, as JSO shows no interest in addressing the actions of its officers.”…