Seen On Video: NYPD Officer Sucker Punched While Making Arrest In The Bronx
Police said officers were arresting 27-year-old Yoemdy Castro for a past robbery when 31-year-old Nelson Jiminez walked up and punched an officer in the back of the head.
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Police said officers were arresting 27-year-old Yoemdy Castro for a past robbery when 31-year-old Nelson Jiminez walked up and punched an officer in the back of the head.
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