The recent incident involving Tyreek Hill has once again brought the critical issue of appropriate police action into public spotlight. Hill’s case starkly illustrates how police conduct, and misconduct, can abruptly alter lives and underscores the importance of our justice system in addressing such wrongdoing.

Although the matter is still being reviewed by the Miami Dade Police department, initial body-warn camera videos portray a narrative of police officers using physical force and escalating a routine traffic stop. Due to the notoriety of Hill, this matter has once again raised questions regarding police misconduct and proper training regarding when and how escalation is appropriate.