Band Leader Clash: After the football team won, everyone should have been happy. Instead, the win became a shocking and controversial event. Johnny Mims, band leader at Minor High School, was the main subject. He was in a worsening fight with Birmingham Police.
After the game, police in Birmingham worked to clear the stadium. The school bands continued playing despite police instructions. The home team band followed instructions, but Johnny Mims, in charge of the Minor High School band, had different plans. Despite police orders, he urged his crew to continue.
Afterwards, a fight occurred between Mims, individuals from Birmingham City Schools, and the Birmingham Police. Bodycam video captured a tense standoff. Officers told Mims to stop playing, but he refused and said, “This is our last song.”
Mims didn’t care about the cop’s jail threat. The field lights were turned off as things worsened, ending the show. As Mims exited the train, a fight broke out. When police tried to arrest Mims, he resisted fiercely.
During the fight, a cop shocked Mims. He collapsed as people screamed in fear. The arresting officer stated that Mims pushed him during the arrest, leading to using the Taser.
People learned of Mims’ tasing through an online video. His lawyer, Juandalynn Givan, a state representative, called it an “alarming abuse of power” and a violation of Mims’ rights. Givan said police shouldn’t have acted without a real threat to public safety, especially at a school or band event.
After the accident, Birmingham Fire and Rescue provided medical care to Mims at the scene before transporting her to the hospital. He was taken to Birmingham City Jail and charged with acting unruly, harassment, and resisting arrest.
People are discussing force during charges and police in school events due to this event. A lawsuit is pending against the police force, and the Jefferson County School District is investigating the incident.
Johnny Mims directs a band. He has a good name and cares about his students. This event has cast a shadow on his career, and people are curious about his arrest and police procedures in such cases.
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