Manchester Airport Brawl: Viral Video Shows Police Kicking Suspect's Head
A violent brawl at Manchester Airport in July 2024 escalated from a racial insult into widespread violence, arrests of multiple people, and accusations of police brutality after officers were caught on camera kicking a suspect's head.
A chaotic incident at Manchester Airport in July 2024 began when a passenger allegedly racially abused a woman, prompting her sons Mohammed Fahir Amaaz and Muhammad Amaad to confront the man. The situation rapidly escalated, with the brothers assaulting the alleged abuser in a Starbucks and later clashing with police in the car park. Three officers were injured, including one who suffered a broken nose. However, body camera and CCTV footage showed an officer kicking and stamping on Amaaz's head while he was on the ground, sparking accusations of police brutality. The incident went viral, triggering protests across the UK with signs reading "GMP is racist." Political figures and online personalities amplified the controversy, with some spreading misinformation. Both brothers faced assault charges, while the involved officers were investigated for excessive force. The case highlighted tensions around policing, race, and use of force, with the Independent Office for Police Conduct launching a formal investigation.
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