Phoenix Officers Under Fire | Mesa News

Mesa News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Two Phoenix police officers are under criminal investigation after allegedly using excessive force during a traffic stop in south Phoenix — including tasering, punching, hair-pulling, and even threatening a gun — while failing to turn on their body cameras. The couple says the officer counted down before shooting, and the woman was released only after being told “We know where you live now.” Community outrage is mounting as residents demand accountability, transparency, and answers about the officers’ records. Phoenix PD has placed both on administrative leave, promising a full investigation…