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LVMPD limits officer use of neck restraints

Posted at 8:08 AM, Jul 09, 2020
and last updated 2020-07-09 11:08:17-04

In the wake of George Floyd's death, the LVMPD is limiting officers use of neck restraints.

Starting now, officers can only use neck restraints if they fear their life is in danger.

Leaders of the department say they took input from community leaders on this issue.