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71-year-old says officer threw her to the ground during Walmart arrest
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· August 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points : A 71-year-old woman and her daughter were cited for disorderly conduct after an incident at a Walmart. The woman, Patricia Tarver, claims she was thrown to the ground by an officer during the arrest.
From Bainbridge, Ga.: A 71-year-old woman and her daughter were cited for disorderly conduct after an incident at a Walmart. The woman, Patricia Tarver, claims she was thrown to the ground by an officer during the arrest. Tarver's daughter, Amita Spear, had arrived at the store after her mother was threatened by another woman, who was reportedly holding a Taser.
An argument ensued, and Spear was handcuffed by officers. Further details about the incident are available, including a account from another daughter who claims to have video of the events leading up to the confrontation with officers.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 27, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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