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Two Police Officers Almost Mace a 15-Year-Old in Florida for Crossing the Street at a 45-Degree Angle: 'Walking While Black'

Summary by The Nerd Stash
A disturbing incident involving two Lakeland, Florida, police officers forcefully arresting and threatening a 15-year-old boy for crossing at a 45-degree angle has sparked outrage online. The incident was captured on camera by an individual who was walking with the 15-year-old and then shared on Instagram.  The clip opens with two bulky policemen wrestling a young boy to the ground. The officers were heard repeatedly yelling, “stop, turnover now…
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The Nerd Stash broke the news in on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
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