The officer’s actions were criticized by many police officials, particularly after seeing the footage captured by a nearby security camera. Prosecutors charged LAPD Officer Richard Garcia with assault under the color of authority, a felony that could have landed him behind bars for up to three years. After the assault, Alford was booked on suspicion of drug possession and resisting arrest — a case prosecutors later dismissed. The charges in that case included rape, kidnapping and assault with a deadly weapon, according to court records. ”We are pleased with the settlement because it was what the client wanted,” said Dale Galipo, an attorney who is representing Pina.

Source: Los Angeles Times May 31, 2017 23:59 UTC