Parma Police Union Defends Officers in Excessive Force Lawsuit Involving Teenager
The Parma police union and attorneys are defending three officers accused of excessive force against a 13-year-old boy, calling their actions "routine" and "within the law." The incident, which occurred in August 2025, is detailed in a civil rights lawsuit…
Cleveland Akron, OH, August 21, 2026 —
Attorneys and the Parma police union are mounting a defense for three officers facing accusations of excessive force during an incident involving a 13-year-old boy in August 2025. The legal representatives assert that the officers’ actions were routine and remained within legal boundaries.
The allegations are outlined in a civil rights lawsuit filed on behalf of the minor. The lawsuit claims the teenager was slammed face-first into a wall and subjected to mistreatment. Video footage capturing the event is reportedly in existence.
Adding to the legal proceedings, the boy’s mother has initiated criminal charges against the three officers through citizen complaints. The police union has countered these claims by stating that the boy actively resisted arrest. According to the union’s statement, the teenager engaged in kicking and made aggressive movements.
The Parma Police Department has acknowledged the situation and confirmed that a comprehensive investigation into the incident is currently underway. No further details regarding the investigation’s progress or specific findings were provided.
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