Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Calais Campbell said he was also detained by police on Sunday morning, according to ESPN’s Jeff Darlington.
Calais Campbell says he was also detained by police while trying to deescalate the situation between police and Tyreek Hill. He saw Hill in handcuffs and believed it was “excessive force.” Police put Campbell in handcuffs as well. He was cited for disobeying a direct order.
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Campbell attempted to de-escalate the situation with teammate Tyreek Hill and the Miami-Dade police officers.
Campbell witnessed Hill in handcuffs which he labeled as “excessive force”. Officers then proceeded to put Campbell in handcuffs as a result of disobeying a direct order.
As a result of the incidents, the Miami-Dade Police Department placed an undisclosed officer on leave.
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“Following the incident involving Tyreek Hill, I have initiated an Internal Affairs investigation to ensure a thorough review of the matter,” said Director Stephanie V. Daniels of the Miami-Dade Police Department. “One of the officers involved in the incident has been placed on administrative duties while the investigation is conducted. I’m committed to transparency and accountability to the community with any situation involving my officers.”
Hill played in the Dolphins’ season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He scored an 80-yard touchdown to help Miami clinch a 20-17 win on Sunday.
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