A Detroit police officer has been charged with manslaughter for allegedly punching a 71-year-old man in the face outside a bowling alley during a disorderly conduct call a blow that hospitalized the man for three weeks before ultimately claiming his life. According to the Wayne County Prosecutor's office, the 29-year-old officer's punch knocked the elderly man to the ground, causing him to hit his head on the pavement. According to Worthy, Brown and the man got into an argument that escalated, with Brown ultimately punching Vance in the face and knocking him to the ground. According to Worthy, the Wayne County medical examiner concluded that Vance’s death was caused by blunt force trauma to his head, from the punch. Detroit police statementAfter charges were filed, the Detroit police issued a statement:"Mr. Brown has ben terminated from the Detroit Police Department as a result of his actions on Sept. 1, 2023.

Source: Punch December 20, 2023 01:41 UTC