Student Sues Over School Officer Force

A former Tolleson Union High School student is suing after alleging a school resource officer used excessive force, punching him twice and kneeing him before handcuffing him — leading to facial injuries, a wrist fracture, and PTSD. Internal investigations backed the student’s claims, finding no crime had been committed, yet the police department insists the officer acted appropriately due to alleged threats. The school district has since severed ties with the Tolleson Police Department over the incident, seeking alternative partnerships for safety. The lawsuit seeks compensation for medical bills and emotional trauma, accusing the district and city of failing to protect him and inadequately train the officer. Support the show:Get a discount at https://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/02ac10f258ff747f