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Originally Posted by asha  So far I’m a little confused on the use of ammonia while subduing the young man? Is that common place? Ammonia is a pretty dangerous chemical to be sticking in someone face. |
Asha the ammonia was used to bring him back to conscious because he was beat for 30 mins.
"During the 30-minute altercation that ensued, seven guards took turns restraining Anderson against a pole, pinning him to the ground and occasionally kneeing and hitting him to gain compliance."
Fumes from ammonia can be toxic if they are allowed to build up. Used as a smelling salt it is ideal because it is a small quanty, and most times used in a well ventilated or outdoor area such as outside or a facitlity like nursing homes are hospital settings.