George Holliday

George Holliday is a man who gained recognition after recording the police beating Rodney King in Los Angeles in 1991. Using his home video camera, Holliday captured the incident, which showed excessive use of force by officers. His footage was instrumental in informing the public and authorities about police conduct, leading to significant discussions about police accountability and use of force. The recording played a key role in the trial and conviction of the officers involved, highlighting the impact of citizen recordings on law enforcement oversight.