A video showing police in Britain brutally beating a teenager before arresting him has caused a strong reaction[/B] on social media.
The video, taken from a mobile phone, shows police officers beating the 16-year-old at least seven times, before throwing him to the ground and arresting him. Eyewitnesses claim that the teenager was also kicked during the beating incident in south-east London.
The Sun newspaper reports that the teenager had gone to see what was happening in the backyard of his friend's house, as he was alarmed by the presence of police officers.
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This incident in London according to many social media users demonstrates police brutality and has caused a wave of reaction. "This is outrageous and needs to be investigated" writes one Twitter user,"Is this a reasonable use of power?" comments another.
Finally, it is worth noting that British media have asked the authorities to comment on the incident, but so far they have not made an official announcement.
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