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Jaywalker, witnesses speak out on violent arrest

A criminal investigation has begun following the violent arrest of a jaywalker in Sacramento, California. A witness captured the incident on a cell phone, and the footage has sparked new criticism of police. The officer initially stopped Nandi Cain Jr. for illegally crossing a street. After his orders weren't obeyed, the officer tackled Cain to the ground. The arresting officer has been placed on leave.
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