Investigation launched into police confrontation with handcuffed civilian

The Royal St Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) said they are aware of several video clips that are being circulated on social media showing a physical confrontation between two police officers and a civilian who was arrested and in handcuffs.

“The RSVGPF wishes to inform the public that an investigation has been launched into the matter to unearth the facts and circumstances that may have triggered the incident,” a release from the police states.

“The RSVGPF does not condone any acts of violence against members of the public by any member of the constabulary in the due execution of their duties and thanks the public for their continuous support.”