“Witnesses say the police “violently” performed CPR on the older man.”
When providing CPR, there’s always a risk of breaking the patient’s ribs and that leading to a punctured lung.
Not everyone uses the mouth to mouth anymore.
CPR is only performed on dead people ...
CPR, done right, is vigorous. It can break bones and cause severe bruising. If it’s not done with extreme vigor, it’s useless. Just don’t break off the xiphoid process ...
Red Cross currently recommends against rescue breathing.
(Certified CPR/AED/First Aid)