Hamilton Police Officer Suspended After Surveillance Video Shows Handcuffed 62-Year-Old Thrown Head-First Into Concrete, Leaving Him Unconscious

HAMILTON — A Hamilton police officer has been suspended after surveillance video captured him throwing a handcuffed 62-year-old man head-first into a concrete surface, leaving the man unconscious and requiring 14 staples to close a head wound.

The incident has prompted internal review after the footage contradicted aspects of the officer’s written account of the encounter.

What Authorities Confirmed

Officials confirmed the officer was suspended following a review of the surveillance video and a later determination that he used “unnecessary or unwarranted violence” during the arrest.

The 62-year-old man reportedly lost consciousness after striking the concrete and suffered a severe gash to his head that required 14 staples.

Despite these findings, the officer stated in his report that the takedown was a “defensive action” and attributed the injury to the man allegedly kicking him.

What the Surveillance Video Shows

The surveillance footage shows the handcuffed man being handled by the officer inside what appears to be a secured area with concrete flooring.

At one point, the officer forcefully throws the restrained man head-first toward the ground. The impact leaves the man motionless, with visible injury to his head.

The video has drawn significant attention due to the man being handcuffed at the time of the takedown, raising questions about the level of force used.

Department Response and Investigation

Authorities have indicated that the matter is under further review. The suspension suggests the department found sufficient concern to remove the officer from duty pending additional investigation.

Officials have not yet announced whether criminal charges will be filed, but the findings of “unnecessary or unwarranted violence” may factor into any future disciplinary or legal decisions.

The case continues to generate scrutiny as investigators examine the discrepancy between the officer’s report and the video evidence.

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