1: Keep in mind this was written by the WASHINGTON POST (About one step below the National Enquirer, by my estimation) which is about as left of center as you can get, and has never been "on the side of law and order." Especially if the officer is white.
2. If true, these idiots should be off the street and in jail themselves.
3. Having been accused of roughing up suspects myself, if I hadn't had complete CCTV coverage during the time they were in my presence, I would have been up crap creek. I have never struck a suspect, or mistreated one. I HAVE had suspects who were not aware of CCTV accuse me of abuse. It helps when you are able to show a judge the suspect's lying on the stand. "Sir, can you please show the court where this man took a baton and hit you in the head? I don't see that incident anywhere on this tape, and the tape shows every second that this man was in your presence. In fact, I believe it appears he showed admirable restraint, and that when he left you, you were un-injured..." "Well, uh, well... "
These officers may not have that luxury. I tell you, if I was in law enforcement, I would DEFINITELY want CCTV in the car. It doesn't show everything, but CAN save your butt.
If they are the type, though, that abuse people, I want them in prison.
Semper Fi!