Rochester PD Faces Scrutiny After Violent Arrests Caught on Video

Written by on July 1, 2025

A chaotic incident involving Rochester police and civilians on Locust Street is drawing scrutiny after video surfaced online.

Police were responding to a crash involving a minibike and say the crowd became unruly and obstructive.

The footage shows officers using force, including a headlock and pushing a young woman.

An 18-year-old autistic man suffered seizures during his arrest and was hospitalized. Another man was charged with menacing and resisting arrest.

A bystander who filmed the event claims she was also pushed by police.

Video of chaotic arrest in Rochester prompts outrage over use of force

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