Trevor James Kirk, a deputy with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, was found guilty of using excessive force after throwing a woman, identified as J.H., to the ground and pepper-spraying her during a June 2023 incident. Kirk faces a potential ten-year prison sentence for the felony count of deprivation of rights under color of law. The victim suffered severe injuries, including blunt-force trauma to her head. This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding police conduct and the treatment of individuals during arrests.
Kirk approached J.H. and, without giving any commands, attempted to grab her phone, leading to a violent confrontation where he threw her to the ground face first.
The incident left J.H. with blunt-force head trauma and injuries to her head, arms, and wrist, raising concerns about excessive force used by law enforcement.
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