City of Poughkeepsie officals say the officer involved in a March incident that went viral was following protocol.

City officials say the fight happened back on March 11, involving about 20 people fighting in the streets. Two people were arrested and charged with obstructing governmental administration.

Community leaders were upset after this video surfaced, showing the officer bringing a girl to the ground. Poughkeepsie police conducted an investigation into this video, and interviewed nine people who witnessed the fight.

The investigation determined Officer John Williams acted appropriately. They went on to say it was reasonable based on the facts and circumstances.

Officer Williams was placed on desk duty and has since returned to regular duty.