In February 2025, Officer Roberto Santiago was involved in a controversial use-of-force incident during a traffic stop in a Walmart parking lot. Body camera footage showed Officer Santiago engaging in a verbal altercation with William Armstrong, which escalated into a physical confrontation where Officer Santiago administered multiple closed-fist strikes. Following the incident, Officer Santiago was placed on administrative leave pending an investigation into the use of force.([indianapolisdailynews.com](https://www.indianapolisdailynews.com/2-lawrence-officers-placed-on-administrative-leave-following-controversial-use-of-force-arrest/?utm_source=openai))
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