Washington State Senate Unanimously Passes Ban on Police Hog-Tying

The legislation, inspired by the death of Manuel Ellis, aims to prevent suffocation risks associated with the restraint technique.

The Washington state Senate approved a bill banning police from hog-tying suspects, a method criticized for its suffocation risk.
The move comes nearly four years after Manuel Ellis died in Tacoma while hog-tied, sparking racial justice demonstrations.
Several cities and counties had already banned the practice, which the U.S. Department of Justice has advised against since 1995.
The bill's unanimous approval reflects a growing consensus on the need to reform police restraint techniques.
Critics of the bill argue it could limit police options, but supporters cite its necessity for humane treatment and safety.