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Viral Video Sparks Investigation of U.S. Military Police in Okinawa

11/30/2025

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A viral video shows U.S. military police in Okinawa body slamming Kareem El, a former Marine captain, during a civilian encounter.
Kareem El was arrested outside a bar on November 23, 2025.
Local officials urged caution in U.S. patrols, which had recently expanded due to concerns about service members' behavior.
The U.S. military paused these patrols pending an investigation.

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Story summary

A viral video shows U.S. military police in Okinawa body slamming Kareem El, a former Marine captain, during a civilian encounter.
Kareem El was arrested outside a bar on November 23, 2025.
Local officials urged caution in U.S. patrols, which had recently expanded due to concerns about service members' behavior.
The U.S. military paused these patrols pending an investigation.