The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office announced it would change its policy regarding detained children after backlash ensued over a video showing deputies handcuffing an 11-year-old girl.
The incident, wherein an 11-year-old girl was handcuffed for seven minutes while deputies searched for a car theft suspect, ignited a public outcry for accountability in law enforcement.
Critics pointed out that the sheriff's office failed to notify the child's parents about her detention, amplifying concerns over the treatment of minors in police custody.
The child, who was mistaken for a suspect due to wearing similar attire, was shown in distress, leading to strong reactions from the public and a review of police procedures.
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