Former Albuquerque officer, accused of excessive force, to stand trial
A former Albuquerque Police Officer is expected to stand trial this week after he’s accused of using force against a man with disabilities. Kenneth Skeens, 29, was one of three officers who approached a man trying to buy a bike at a self-checkout counter at an Albuquerque Target on Coors . The man seemed to be struggling at the counter when things escalated. In the video, Skeens can be heard saying: “Hi sir, Albuquerque Police. Go ahead and grab all your money. Let’s walk out, ok?” The incident happened back in August 2022. The man with disabilities was trying to buy a bike but was taking some time pulling cash out of a pouch when officers approached. Skeens tells the man: “Take your money out. You’re coming with us now, ok?” That’s when the man tries explaining he’s struggling, saying: “It just took me a little while.” However, Skeens tells the man: “Took too long. Go ahead and pick your money up.” A few moments later Ske
