New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has publicly condemned the NYPD's use of force during an arrest captured in a viral video from a liquor store in Brooklyn. The footage shows officers punching and kneeing a man, escalating the situation as bystanders reacted with outrage. Mamdani described the incident as 'extremely disturbing and unacceptable,' emphasizing that officers should not treat individuals in such a manner. The NYPD has initiated a full investigation into the incident, with Commissioner Jessica Tisch acknowledging the community's concern. The officers involved have been placed on modified duty while the investigation is ongoing. Reports indicate that the man arrested matched the description of a drug suspect, but no drugs were found on him, and he was issued a desk appearance ticket for resisting arrest and obstruction of government administration. The incident has sparked significant online criticism regarding the level of force used by the officers.