Former Officer Charged After Alleged Assault | Columbia News

Former Orangeburg officer Christopher Tyler faces assault charges after allegedly punching a handcuffed arrestee and slamming them into a brick wall—despite the victim having already spit at him. Fired just three days later for violating department policy, Tyler was arrested following video evidence and an alleged confession. The department’s chief stressed accountability and public trust, while Tyler’s bond includes strict conditions including no contact with the victim or family. Case still unfolding. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2d8e57d08be0dcb8