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Video shows Arkansas trooper punching woman in the face; police reviewing case
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Raven Copeland and Melissa Moon , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the incident can be found through KTSM 9 News, which has reported on the incident and the subsequent review by the Arkansas State Police.
A traffic stop in Arkansas has sparked a review by the state police. The incident occurred on August 1 and involved an 18-year-old driver. Details of the traffic stop are limited, but it is known that a trooper was involved in a physical altercation with the driver.
The circumstances surrounding the incident are being examined by the Arkansas State Police. Further information about the incident can be found through KTSM 9 News, which has reported on the incident and the subsequent review by the Arkansas State Police.
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Category: safety Published: August 13, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A traffic stop in Arkansas has sparked a review by the state police. The incident occurred on August 1 and involved an 18-year-old driver. Details of the traffic stop are limited, but it is known…
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