Civil Rights Attorney Calls Press Conference Over Viral JSO Arrest Video

Dasaun Williams, a Jacksonville drill rapper, was the target of a long-term drug investigation called 'Operation Red Light'.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 8:05pm

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Nationally known civil rights attorney Ben Crump has called a news conference to address what he's calling 'excessive and brutal force' by the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office during the arrest of Dasaun Williams, a Jacksonville drill rapper who performed under the name 'Greenlight'. Multiple officers' bodycam footage shows the moments JSO officers wrestled Williams to the ground and tased him, as well as officers repeatedly kicking Williams' face and back.

Why it matters

The allegations of excessive force by police during Williams' arrest raise concerns about law enforcement tactics and accountability, especially in the context of the ongoing national dialogue around police brutality and civil rights.

The details

During Williams' arrest as part of the 'Operation Red Light' drug investigation, police said they seized 22 guns and removed more than 1,000 grams of illegal drugs. Bodycam footage shows officers wrestling Williams to the ground, tasing him on his back and legs, and repeatedly kicking his face and back. Williams' mugshot shows visible injuries with the side of his face swelling.

  • Williams was arrested on November 5, 2025.

The players

Ben Crump

A nationally known civil rights attorney who has called a press conference to address the allegations of excessive force during Williams' arrest.

Dasaun Williams

A Jacksonville drill rapper who performed under the name 'Greenlight' and was the target of the long-term 'Operation Red Light' drug investigation.

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency whose officers were involved in the arrest of Dasaun Williams, which is now the subject of allegations of excessive force.

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What they’re saying

“The footage raises serious concerns about excessive and unlawful use of force.”

— Ben Crump, Civil Rights Attorney

What’s next

Crump has called the press conference to address the allegations, and it remains to be seen what further actions or investigations may result from the viral bodycam footage.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and scrutiny around police use of force, especially in the context of drug-related arrests and the experiences of minority communities. It underscores the importance of accountability, transparency, and reform in law enforcement practices.