Tyron McAlpin, a 34-year-old deaf Black man with cerebral palsy, had charges of aggravated assault and resisting arrest dismissed by Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell following public outcry over his violent arrest by Phoenix police in August. Bodycam footage revealed officers using a Taser and physical force against McAlpin after he failed to respond to their commands due to his disabilities. The incident, which began from an unfounded accusation at a convenience store, sparked widespread condemnation and calls for accountability from community leaders, including the NAACP. An internal investigation into the actions of officers Ben Harris and Kyle Sue is ongoing, although skepticism remains regarding the department's ability to self-regulate. Mitchell acknowledged the decision to drop the charges followed a comprehensive review of the evidence and community concerns. Activists have criticized the prosecution, labeling the initial charges against McAlpin as unjustifiable and a reflection of systemic issues within the police department.