This case stems from a January 2014 incident in Superior, Wisconsin, when police officer George Gothner was recorded on a squad-car dashboard camera shoving and striking Natasha Lancour during an arrest outside a local lounge. The video quickly circulated online, sparking public outcry, protests, and a formal investigation by state authorities into Gothner’s use of force. The incident prompted community discussions about police accountability, training, and the role of transparency in municipal government operations.

After several years of legal proceedings, the City of Superior agreed to a $50,000 settlement with Lancour. The agreement explicitly stated that the payment did not constitute an admission of wrongdoing by the city or the officer involved. The case remains a focal point in regional conversations about officer conduct, civilian oversight, and the balance between police authority and public trust.