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Alabama band director tased and arrested after refusing to stop post-game performance

  • Band director arrested after refusing police orders to stop band from playing following high school football game in Alabama.
  • Altercation occurred between band director, security personnel, and police when director refused to stop performance.
  • Director was tased, taken to hospital, and charged with disorderly conduct, harassment, and resisting arrest.
  • Incident captured on police body camera video, prompting investigation and calls for police reform.
  • Band director's lawyer plans legal action against police over "abuse of power" and violation of civil rights.
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