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CMPD are getting major backlash and criticism for using a chemical agent during Charlotte protests according to reports. A video was circulated showing police using the chemical agents on a group of peaceful protesters on Tuesday night. According to reports Mayor Vi Lyles criticized police along with several other political figures. The Charlotte Observer reports:

Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles sharply criticized the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Wednesday after police used chemical agents against a largely peaceful crowd of protesters Tuesday. And the city is bringing in the State Bureau of Investigation to review those police actions.

CMPD faced mounting criticism after a video made the rounds online that appeared to show officers using chemical agents on people protesting peacefully over the death of George Floyd at around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday.

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