Phoenix PD Suspends Officers Over Violent Arrest of Tyron McAlpin

Three Phoenix police officers have been suspended for 24 hours without pay for their involvement in the violent arrest of Tyron McAlpin, a deaf man with cerebral palsy, in August 2024. Interim Chief Michael Sullivan announced the disciplinary actions, which include additional de-escalation training for two of the officers, as part of the department's commitment to accountability and public trust. The incident, captured on video, shows officers using a Taser and punching McAlpin, leading to widespread criticism and a federal lawsuit from McAlpin against the city for $3.5 million. The charges against McAlpin were eventually dropped. The Phoenix Police Department is under scrutiny following a Department of Justice report highlighting systemic issues with its use of force. Chief Sullivan emphasized the importance of officer training and community safety, while McAlpin's attorney criticized the city's handling of the incident.