BROOKLYN, Ill. – State authorities are investigating after Metro East police officers was involved in a fracas with civilians over the weekend.
According to a statement from Chief Tony Tomlinson of the Brooklyn Police Department, the incident happened in the early morning hours of Sunday, March 8. A more specific location was not provided.
Chief Tomlinson said the Illinois State Police is conducting “a full, thorough, and independent investigation.” The Brooklyn PD has also notified the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board to review the matter…