Police release photo of man accusing officer of excessive force

ATLANTA — Channel 2 Action News is learning more about an incident involving an Atlanta police officer.

APD is investigating claims of excessive force after someone posted video on social media showing an officer punching a man while holding him down.

The incident happened in downtown last Thursday.

APD sent us the mugshot of Rickey Williams, the man who was getting arrested.

Chief Erika Shields with the Atlanta Police Department said Tuesday, the officer seen punching the man, Identified as Officer Quinton Green, has been relieved of duty and is currently on administrative leave.

Shields said she will review the evidence to determine the appropriate disciplinary action, if any.

"Chief Shields has always held professionalism and honesty in high regard and will continue to hold her officers to the highest standard," the Atlanta Police Department said in a statement Wednesday.

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