Authorities have identified the school resource officer involved in a controversial use-of-force incident at a high school baseball game in Marion County, where a student athlete was allegedly struck in the head with a Taser.
According to officials, the officer, whose name has been released by local authorities, was working security at a game hosted by Pee Dee Academy when a disturbance broke out involving several students.
Witnesses say the situation escalated quickly, prompting the officer to intervene.
Preliminary reports indicate the officer attempted to detain the student after the teen allegedly became disruptive and failed to comply with verbal commands.
Law enforcement sources say the officer perceived the student’s behavior as combative, which led to the use of force.
Video recorded by spectators and widely shared online appears to show the officer grabbing the student before striking him with a Taser. The footage captures parents and bystanders shouting in protest, with some calling the officer’s actions excessive given the circumstances.
The student involved has also been identified, though officials have not released extensive details about his condition or whether he required medical treatment. Early reports suggest his injuries were not life-threatening.
The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) has confirmed it is conducting an independent investigation into the incident. Investigators are reviewing video evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine whether the officer’s actions complied with department policy and state law.
In a statement, the local sheriff’s office said the officer has been reassigned to administrative duties pending the outcome of the investigation. Officials emphasized that the reassignment is standard procedure and does not indicate wrongdoing.
Community reaction has been swift, with parents and local residents raising concerns about the use of force against a student at a school event. Some have called for increased oversight and clearer guidelines regarding how school resource officers handle student altercations.
Legal experts note that the case may hinge on whether the officer’s use of force is deemed reasonable under the circumstances, particularly in a school setting where heightened care is expected.
Authorities have not announced a timeline for when the investigation will conclude. Further updates, including potential disciplinary action or charges, are expected as the inquiry progresses.
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