North Carolina Police Officer Fired After Viral Video Shows Repeated Punching Of Woman During Arrest

North Carolina Police Officer Fired After Viral Video Shows Repeated Punching of Woman During Arrest A police officer in Shelby, North Carolina, has been fired after home-security camera footage appeared to show him repeatedly punching a woman during an arrest, sparking public outrage and an official investigation.

The footage, which circulated widely online, shows a confrontation between officers and a woman identified in court documents as 34 year-old Cherrie Moore during an incident on Friday, May 29. The video appears to capture an officer throwing the woman to the ground before straddling her and striking her multiple times while she is restrained. A second officer is later seen intervening and assisting in placing her in handcuffs.Following the incident, the Shelby Police Department confirmed that the officer involved had been terminated from duty. Authorities also said the case had been referred to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation for review at the request of the police chief and local district attorney. Officials have not publicly released the officer’s name, while investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the arrest, including what led up to the use-of-force incident.Police said officers were conducting a criminal investigation when they encountered a “suspicious female” in the area. Cherrie Moore was later arrested on charges including breaking and entering, resisting a police officer, and assault on a government official, according to court documents. A $10,000 unsecured bond was reportedly posted following her arrest. The viral video triggered protests in the local community, with residents and activists expressing concern over the level of force used. The Shelby Police Department described the footage as “deeply concerning,” saying it does not reflect the standards expected of officer. The woman’s family has also called for criminal charges, while officials continue to review multiple angles of the incident, including security and witness footage.Authorities say the investigation remains active, with state agents now reviewing evidence to determine whether criminal charges or further disciplinary action are warranted. The incident has once again reignited debate in the United States over police use of force and accountability, particularly in arrests captured on civilian surveillance cameras.