Some police mishandled that situation. Common sense says that the old man was feeble as shown by his manner of walking, posture and movements. The police directly involved should have taken hold of his arms, moved him off to the side and restrained him if necessary (hands in front for an old person). If a person like that resists with enough strength, escalate with it. Should be second nature with training.
That said, in my opinion, if the old man was helping the subversive commies, he’s a creep.
Excellent post. You’ve got everything right there.
I’m feeble and same age. If you pushed me, I would fall exactly like he did.