The Columbus Inspector General's office is investigating an incident in Linden where a police officer was recorded on video taking a woman to the ground on Tuesday.
The video recorded on a cell phone and posted to social media showed three officers approaching a woman with weapons drawn in a parking lot off Cleveland Avenue north of Oakland Park Avenue.
One officer grabbed the woman's arms, pulled them behind her back and then took her down to the ground.
In a statement, Columbus police said, "The Division of Police regards all allegations of misconduct with the utmost seriousness."
"We understand that any incident involving the use of force can be upsetting to the community. The Columbus Division of Police is dedicated to transparency and accountability for all members of the Division, and we appreciate the community’s patience as these investigations are completed," the statement said.
