LAPD Bodycam Footage: Downtown Protest Arrest Leading to Surgery

Overview of the Incident

• 📌 The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) released bodycam footage of a critical incident involving an arrest at an anti-ICE protest on June 10th, 2025.
• ⚠️ A warning is issued that the images and information may be disturbing, with viewer discretion advised.

Protest and Arrest Details

• 🎯 LAPD Metropolitan Division officers were managing a protest in downtown Los Angeles and established a skirmish line.
• ⚡ Officers moved an unruly crowd south on Alama Street, encountering several uncooperative protesters who refused to leave.
• 💥 One suspect, identified as Daniel Bill, physically resisted and challenged officers after commands to leave were ignored.
• 🩹 Officers employed baton techniques and less-lethal munitions with no effect before using a team takedown to arrest Bill.

Use of Force and Injury

• 💥 Less-lethal munitions are described as foam projectile rounds designed to cause pain without penetration, targeting the naval or belt line.
• 🤕 After the arrest, Bill complained of finger pain and was transported to a local hospital by paramedics.
• 🏥 Medical staff determined Bill's finger was broken and required surgery, leading to his admission for treatment.
• ⚖️ This injury, requiring hospitalization, is classified as a categorical use of force by the LAPD.

Investigation and Review Process

• 🔍 The LAPD's Force Investigation Division is investigating the incident, which can take up to a year to complete.
• 📝 Bill was arrested and cited for failing to disperse from a riot and willfully resisting a peace officer.
• 🗣️ Findings will be forwarded to the Chief of Police and the civilian Board of Police Commissioners for evaluation.
• 🧐 The Office of the Inspector General will conduct a parallel, independent review of the investigation.
• 🌐 More information on LAPD's use of force policy and procedures is available on LAPDonline.org.