Agreed. The cop has the right to protect himself according to the level of the crime being committed. There are many problems with this arrest. He did not see her cause the crime. Then he turns and assaults her. She will be happy with the settlement. Let’s just say $100,000.
Settle for $100,000? She might spend that and much more over her lifetime dealing with problems that are likely to develop from that punch. TMJ, other dental problems, vision problems, headaches...
You would be happy with 100k if you got your teeth knocked out or a broken nose? No way.