Police Punch Suspect Over Beverage, Sparking Debate


Author: The Daily News Now! March 14, 2026 Duration: 1:33
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Police Punch Suspect Over Beverage, Sparking Debate

A viral video from Daytona Beach shows a police officer punching a suspect during an arrest over an open beverage container. The incident has sparked public debate, with Mayor Derrick Henry calling it troubling. The officer has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation. Meanwhile, the police chief defends a recent traffic stop involving the mayors wife, saying no department rules were broken. The punching incident is now under review by the Office of Professional Standards.

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