Lansing Police Detain Wrong Teen Due to 'Unfortunate Misunderstanding'

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Source: Lansing State Journal
Lansing Police Detain Wrong Teen Due to 'Unfortunate Misunderstanding'
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Lansing police chief and mayor apologize after officers detain a 12-year-old boy in handcuffs, mistaking him for a suspect wanted in a suspected vehicle theft. The incident, captured on video and shared on social media, sparked outrage. The police department explained that it was a case of mistaken identity and released the boy once they realized he was not the suspect. The family's lawyers are exploring legal options and calling for accountability to prevent similar incidents in the future.

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