Man files lawsuit against Jacksonville police over alleged use of excessive force

Dwon Ellis was arrested during a traffic stop by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office on Feb. 9, 2024. The stop came after Ellis was pulled over for running two stop signs. According to the arrest report, officers Hendricks and Murphy searched Ellis’ vehicle. The report states Ellis “began to actively physically resist by turning his body.” The officers handcuffed him after he continued to resist. Onlookers recorded the incident, capturing moments when Officer Murphy slapped Ellis multiple times. The police report does not  mention these slaps. On Friday, Ellis’ attorney, Stephen Kelly, filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against multiple officers, Sheriff T.K. Waters, and the City of Jacksonville. Anchor Jenese Harris has the latest on the situation.