57 Buffalo Officers Resign From Team After 2 Officers Suspended

57 Buffalo Officers Resign From Team After 2 Officers Suspended

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Following the suspension of two officers for allegedly shoving a 75-year-old man during a protest, 57 officers resigned from the emergency response team in protest. The Buffalo Police Benevolent Association defended the officers, stating they were following orders. Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown and New York Governor Andrew Cuomo condemned the use of force and assured the public of continued safety measures. The incident drew criticism for the officers' actions, highlighting the lack of perceived threat and the subsequent neglect of the injured man.

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What did the President of the Buffalo Police Benevolent Association say about the treatment of the officers?

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What were the concerns raised about the use of force during the protest?

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