In a dramatic turn of events, Tyreek Hill’s detainment on Sunday has sparked outrage and calls for justice as the Miami-Dade Police Department faces scrutiny over the handling of the situation. The star wide receiver of the Miami Dolphins found himself on the pavement in handcuffs after what was supposed to be a routine traffic stop. Now, Hill is demanding accountability from the officer involved, urging for immediate termination.
Hill’s attorney, Julius Collins, did not mince words when he expressed his disapproval of the officer’s actions. In a statement released Tuesday night, Collins said, “Each action that a law enforcement official take is governed by standard operating procedures. We are of the opinion that the officer’s use of force was excessive, escalating, and reckless. We are demanding that the officer be terminated effective immediately.”
During a press conference on Wednesday, Hill reiterated his stance on the matter, emphasizing the need for the officer to be fired. “He gotta go, man. There’s not too many times that Cheetah says people gotta go, but you. Out,” Hill remarked, pointing towards the door.
Hill also spoke out against the officer’s treatment of his teammates during the incident, alleging that it was unwarranted. “In that instance right there, not only did he treat me bad, he also treated my teammates with disrespect … he had some crazy words towards them,” Hill explained. “They ain’t even do nothing. What [did] they do to you? They just walking on the sidewalk.”
Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, also weighed in on the matter after reviewing the officers’ body cam footage. Rosenhaus voiced his condemnation of the officers’ actions, stating, “For me, personally, I believe the police officers that did that to Tyreek shouldn’t be in that position — they should be let go. Look at the guy who kicked him; that guy should be fired. That’s out of control. The guy that jumped in and put him in a chokehold? There’s no place for a police officer to have a badge that operates like that, when Tyreek wasn’t being aggressive, or violent or fighting back in any capacity.”
Rosenhaus did not explicitly state if Hill shared his sentiments, but he vowed to discuss the matter with Hill and Collins. The agent’s strong words echoed the sentiments of the Miami Dolphins, who called for “swift and strong action” in response to the “despicable behavior” exhibited by the officers involved.
The unfolding events have put a spotlight on the need for accountability and reform within law enforcement agencies, as the public demands answers and justice for Tyreek Hill and his teammates. The pressure is mounting on the Miami-Dade Police Department to conduct a thorough review of the incident and take appropriate action to address the concerns raised by Hill, his attorney, and his agent. Stay tuned as the story continues to develop.