Dayton NAACP alleges Miamisburg PD violated black man's civil rights

Darryl Kinney claims he was arrested for walking in his own neighborhood after recent back surgery

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:07am

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The Dayton NAACP has alleged that the Miamisburg Police Department violated the civil rights of Darryl Kinney, a black man who was arrested last summer for allegedly walking in his own neighborhood after recent back surgery. The NAACP claims police pointed tasers at Kinney, accused him of being under the influence without conducting any tests, and arrested him for obstruction when he didn't immediately comply.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing concerns about racial profiling and potential civil rights violations by law enforcement, especially in interactions with Black community members. It also raises questions about police use of force, assumptions of guilt, and handling of medical conditions during arrests.

The details

According to the NAACP, Kinney had been living in Miamisburg since 2007 and was walking around his own neighborhood to loosen up after recent back surgery when a neighbor called the police, claiming he had hit a mailbox. When officers responded, they allegedly pointed tasers at Kinney, told him to get on the ground, and arrested him for obstruction when he didn't immediately comply. Police also accused Kinney of being under the influence, claiming they smelled alcohol on his breath, but never conducted a field sobriety or blood test, and instead dumped out the cup they said contained alcohol instead of taking it as evidence.

  • In July 2025, the incident occurred in Kinney's Miamisburg neighborhood.
  • In January 2026, the case against Kinney was dismissed with prejudice.

The players

Darryl Kinney

A Miamisburg resident who was arrested by police in his own neighborhood after a neighbor called 911, claiming he had hit a mailbox.

Dr. Derrick Foward

The president of the Dayton NAACP, who is representing Kinney and alleging that the Miamisburg Police Department violated his civil rights.

Mike Brem

The Miamisburg Police Chief, who is scheduled to meet with Dr. Foward next week to discuss the situation.

The City of Miamisburg

The local government that oversees the Miamisburg Police Department, which has stated it is actively gathering information to conduct a comprehensive review of the allegations.

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What they’re saying

“You should not always be afraid of a black person. Somebody who's, as somebody will say is 'big and black' and you're afraid, but that doesn't make any sense for an individual, police officer, protect and serve, to make that kind of approach.”

— Dr. Derrick Foward, President, Dayton NAACP

“In the moment, I wasn't seen as a neighbor, a citizen, or a human being. I was treated like a suspect without cause. This isn't just about me. It's about a system that sometimes gets it wrong. It's about how quickly assumptions can replace facts, and how easily someone's life can be disrupted without justification.”

— Darryl Kinney

What’s next

Dr. Foward said he has a meeting planned with Miamisburg Police Chief Mike Brem next week to talk about the situation.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of racial profiling and potential civil rights violations by law enforcement, especially in interactions with Black community members. It underscores the need for continued dialogue, transparency, and accountability to address systemic issues and rebuild trust between police and the communities they serve.