Biden and Trump criticise attack by police officers on 29-year-old motorist which is set out in horrific video footage released at the weekend
However, most protests which have taken place over the weekend have been peaceful and the potential riots and violence – which had been feared at the highest levels – did not come to pass.
Footage from a camera on a lamp post shows some officers seeking to restrain him while another kicks him in the head. Shortly afterwards, two paramedics arrive while police chat among themselves. Twenty minutes or so later an ambulance arrives and Mr Nichols is taken away. “Those who seek justice should not to resort to violence or destruction. Violence is never acceptable; it is illegal and destructive. I join Mr Nichols’ family in calling for peaceful protest.”
On Saturday, former president Donald Trump described the footage of the attack on Mr Nichols as “horrible”.
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