It was a `` verbal strategy '' to elicit cooperation from a combative Thomas , according to Barnett . Kelly Thomas , 37 , died after being beaten by Fullerton Police Department officers . The beating was captured on video and posted to YouTube in March of this year. Manuel Ramos is charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter . Jay Cicinelli is charged with involuntary manslaughter and use of excessive force .
Kelly Thomas , 37 , died after being beaten by Fullerton Police Department officers . The beating was captured on video and posted to YouTube in March of this year. Manuel Ramos is charged with second-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter . Jay Cicinelli is charged with involuntary manslaughter and use of excessive force .