The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is currently reviewing online videos that depict police officers punching fans during Saturday's Florida-Georgia game at EverBank Stadium. The incident has sparked concern and prompted an investigation into the actions of the officers involved.
Mayor Donna Deegan has addressed the situation, expressing her awareness of the disturbing videos circulating from the game. She has reached out to Sheriff T.K. Waters to discuss the altercations that took place during the highly anticipated rivalry game known as “The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.”
In response to the incident, the Sheriff’s Office has released a statement indicating that they will refrain from commenting until their review is complete. The Professional Standards Division of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is currently conducting administrative reviews of the incidents captured in the videos to gather all relevant facts before making any official statements.
One of the videos in question shows two officers engaging in a physical struggle with two spectators in the stands, while onlookers can be heard urging the officers to cease their actions. Another video depicts a verbal altercation between a man and two JSO officers escalating into a physical confrontation, resulting in the man sustaining injuries and being handcuffed after being subjected to a stun gun.
It is important to note that neither video provides context or details regarding the events leading up to the confrontations between the officers and the fans. The investigation aims to uncover all pertinent information to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the altercations.
As the investigation unfolds, the Jacksonville community and football fans await the outcome of the review conducted by the Sheriff’s Office. The incident has raised concerns about the use of force by law enforcement officers and the need for transparency in such situations.
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