By Associated Press - Thursday, January 26, 2017

PHOENIX (AP) - Police have released some body camera footage involving a man who died after scuffling with officers at a community center in Phoenix.

The footage taken Jan. 4 shows the arrest of 43-year-old Muhammad Abdul Muhaymin, who struggled with officers outside the Maryvale Community Center.

Police say he refused to leave after assaulting a facility employee and he also was wanted on a warrant.



The video released Thursday shows Muhaymin being combative with several officers after being handcuffed.

While being restrained, Muhaymin can be heard saying that he can’t breathe as officers urge him to calm down.

After he was arrested, police say Muhaymin showed signs of medical distress including vomiting.

Police say Muhaymin was taken to a hospital, where he later died.

The cause of death hasn’t been released yet.

Advertisement

Copyright © 2025 The Washington Times, LLC.

Please read our comment policy before commenting.

PIANO END ARTICLE RECO