BUTTS COUNTY, Ga. - The Butts County Sheriff’s Office released body-worn camera footage Thursday after a man accused a deputy of using excessive force during a traffic stop.

What we know:

The Butts County Sheriff’s Office said the video shows deputies attempting to place the man in handcuffs after they say he lied about his identity, resisted arrest and was found to have an outstanding warrant from Chatham County.

What they're saying:

In a statement on social media played with the footage, Sheriff Gary Long said, "If you lie about who you are, you’re a fugitive from justice and you resist my deputies, there’s a good chance you might get punched in the face. If that’s the force necessary to effect the arrest."

The sheriff’s office said deputies used no further force after the initi

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