Sharing the video on Twitter, cultural commentator Carina White said: “Hey Met Police, I’re just wondering if this is a reasonable and appropriate use of force to apprehend a 16-year-old. Kicks and punches? in Abbey Wood. “ Met said it knew of the video, but said it only showed part of the incident. “This will be evaluated, along with the video of the officers’ body, by officers from the Professional Standards Directorate. All Met officers know that any use of force must be necessary and proportionate and that they must be held accountable for their actions.” READ MORE: “Young screaming women thrown to the ground” and protesters “pressed” by police in the raid on immigrants in Peckham Police were called to the scene after allegations that a child was robbed by a group of men who threatened him with a bottle. Their search led to an address in the area where police said they found property reportedly stolen during the robbery. A Met spokesman said: “A 16-year-old man [A] tried to flee the management, but was arrested and arrested by police on suspicion of robbery and possession of an assault rifle. He was released pending further interrogation. “Another man entered the area and attacked police officers during the incident. This 16 year old [B] arrested on suspicion of joint assault on an emergency officer. He was released on bail. “ Two police officers were slightly injured, but no one needed hospital treatment, the Met reported. After Ms. White shared the video online, she said the incident happened when the 16-year-old GCSE student went to see if his friend was OK. Want more from MyLondon? Sign up for our free newsletters here. Read more related articles Read more related articles
