Alabama Band Director Arrested and Tased at Football Game: Attorney Condemns Unacceptable Conduct

The attorney for an Alabama band director, Johnny Mims, who was arrested after refusing to stop his band's performance at a high school football game, has criticized the police for tasing him, calling it unacceptable and traumatizing for the students who witnessed it. Mims, who is currently on administrative leave, is working to regain regular use of his arm after being tased multiple times. The incident occurred after Mims instructed his band to continue performing despite officers asking both bands to stop. The Birmingham Police Department released body camera footage of the encounter, and the district is reviewing the situation. Mims' attorney plans to pursue legal action against the police department.