Tolleson student sues over 2024 beating by school resource officer (opens original article in a new tab)

A Tolleson student sued the city, police department, and school district after a school resource officer punched and kneed him during an arrest in 2024, leading to the officer's removal and strained relations between local authorities.

• A Tolleson student was punched and kneed by a school resource officer in 2024.
• The officer was removed from campus after the incident, leading to a conflict between city officials and the school district.
• The student is suing multiple parties, including the police department and school district, for excessive force.