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What happened after the Daytona Beach officer was filmed punching a man during an open container arrest?

What happened?

Still unclear

After bodycam footage showed Daytona Beach Officer Joel Llinas punching David Anderson during an open container arrest on March 12, 2026, the battery charge against Anderson was dropped, while an internal investigation into Officer Llinas's actions remains ongoing.

6 sourcesBy AfterTheClip Desk · Last checked Jun 20, 2026

By AfterTheClip Research

Sources: ClickOrlando.com; FOX 35 Orlando; YouTube (WFTV Channel 9)

Timeline

  1. Officer Joel Llinas was accused of placing the barrel of his rifle on a suspect's back and threatening to shoot, for which he later received a written reprimand for violating deadly force rules.

  2. Officer Joel Llinas served a one-day suspension following a citizen's complaint from July 2025.

  3. David Anderson was arrested by the Daytona Beach Police Department for an alleged open container violation, leading to a physical altercation captured in widely shared bodycam footage.

  4. Daytona Beach Police Chief Jakari Young stated the video was "concerning" and initiated an internal investigation; Officer Joel Llinas was reassigned to administrative duties.

  5. The Coastal Florida Police Benevolent Association defended Officer Joel Llinas, and Daytona Beach Mayor Derrick Henry publicly called the video "troubling."

  6. The State Attorney's Office dropped the battery charge against David Anderson, stating the arrest itself was sufficient punishment. Charges against David Anderson's brother were also dismissed. Prosecutors decided not to file criminal charges against Officer Joel Llinas.

What people are asking

What happened to the Daytona Beach officer who punched the man?

Officer Joel Llinas was reassigned to administrative duties, and an internal affairs investigation into his actions is ongoing. Prosecutors decided not to file criminal charges against him for this incident.

What were the charges against David Anderson?

David Anderson was initially charged with battery on a law enforcement officer and an open container violation. The battery charge was dropped on April 16, 2026, but the open container charge remains pending.

Does Florida have an open container law?

Yes, the incident began as an alleged open container violation, indicating that Florida has laws against open containers in certain public areas.

Receipts

How we researched this & corrections

Information was gathered from multiple news reports and official statements following the incident, focusing on the legal and disciplinary outcomes.

Corrections: corrections@aftertheclip.com.

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