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Ex-Vikings DL Tom Johnson Settles Lawsuit over Police Tactics in 2014 Arrest

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Former NFL defensive lineman Tom Johnson has settled his lawsuit against Minneapolis police for their actions during his 2014 arrest.

Per Ben Goessling of the Star Tribune, Johnson will receive a payment of $475,000 from the city of Minneapolis after he accused two officers of using excessive force.

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