"Michigan Police Issue Apology for Viral Arrest of 12-Year-Old Boy"

The police chief and mayor of Lansing, Michigan, have issued apologies after a TikTok video went viral showing the arrest of a 12-year-old boy who was mistaken for a suspect in a vehicle theft. The video, which has generated millions of views, sparked outrage on social media. The police department explained that the arrest was a result of a misunderstanding during a foot chase, and the boy was released once it was determined that he was not the suspect. The family's lawyers are considering legal action and are calling for an apology directly to the boy.