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New York Attorney General Letitia James Releases Footage of 43-Year-Old Robert Brooks' Fatal Beating on December 9
Dec 28, 2024, 10:58 AM
The New York Attorney General's Office has released disturbing body-worn camera footage showing correctional officers at Marcy Correctional Facility brutally beating 43-year-old inmate Robert Brooks while he was handcuffed. The incident occurred on December 9, 2024, and Brooks was pronounced dead the following day at a nearby hospital. The footage reveals officers punching, kicking, and stomping on Brooks, who posed no threat at the time. This incident has sparked outrage and demands for accountability, with calls for a full investigation into the actions of the officers involved. Attorney General Letitia James expressed condolences to Brooks' family and stated that the investigation is ongoing.
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