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SEATTLE -- The teenager who was kicked by an undercover officer during a drug bust in downtown Seattle has filed a claim against the city. The 17-year-old suspect was kicked by an undercover officer inside a convenience store during the Oct. 18 incident, which was captured on tape.
The video shows the plainclothes officer attacking the teen, who has his hands raised. "Despite the fact that (name redacted), then 17 years of age, promptly raised his hands in surrender, Officer Lee kicked him in the ribs and then stomped on his face," the claim states. "(Name redacted) made no resistance at any time, and merely curled into the fetal position in an attempt to protect himself."
That officer, James Lee, has been placed on leave. He is said to be a 10-year veteran. The teen is now seeking $450,000 for damages. The attorneys representing the teen said they intend to pursue a civil suit if the city doesn't pay.