Tyreek Hill’s traffic stop controversy took a new twist after it was revealed that the Miami-Dade County police officer involved, Danny Torres, had a history of misconduct.
Torres, who detained the Miami Dolphins wide receiver for an alleged excessive force incident, has been suspended six times in his career, according to the New York Post. Hill, who was pulled over for allegedly speeding before the Dolphins’ season opener, claimed Torres used unnecessary force during the stop.
The officer reportedly put his hands around Hill’s neck, pulled him from the car and forced him face down on the sidewalk. Hill’s attorney, Julius B. Collins, has since called for Torres’ immediate firing.
“After a careful and thorough review of multiple body camera and concerned citizen videos of the unfortunate incident that occurred on Sunday, September 8, 2024… we demand that the officer be terminated immediately,” Hill’s attorneys said.
While Hill admitted he “could have done better” during the encounter, the NFL star insisted Torres escalated the situation for no reason. Hill claims the officer ignored his repeated statements that his knee had undergone medical procedures and continued to apply pressure. Dolphins receiver was charged with driving 60 mph in a 40 mph zone.
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Digging further into Torres’ records reveals his checkered past. According to TMZ, Torres has been investigated 13 times for violent conduct since joining the Miami-Dade Police Department in 1996. His suspension ranged from five to 20 days and involved multiple allegations of misconduct and improper procedure. Despite these issues, Torres was praised for his work and received a Professionalism Award in 2023.
In response to the controversy, Torres’ brother David defended him, telling the Daily Mail, “He’s just a straightforward, black-and-white guy… I don’t see any reason why he shouldn’t be reinstated. .
Since the incident, several high-profile figures, including rappers Young Thug, Rick Ross and Meek Mill, as well as athletes like LeBron James, have spoken out in support of Tyreek Hill, demanding accountability and condemning police brutality .
