Wednesday marks day two in the trial of a Fort Lauderdale police officer who was caught on camera last February pushing and slapping a homeless man, according to court documents.
Victor Ramirez is facing three misdemeanor charges in connection with the February incident, including battery and falsification of a report.
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department relieved him from duty without pay, pending the outcome of the criminal case, according to a police statement.
Bruce Laclair, 58, was trying to use a public restroom when Ramirez arrested him for trespassing. Court documents said Ramirez then pushed and slapped Laclair to the ground.
The incident was captured on cell phone video.
Stay with NBC 6 for updates on this developing story.
