An Indianapolis police officer who was captured on video punching a high school student was sentenced Monday to 363 days probation for official misconduct.

A jury found an Indianapolis police officer guilty of official misconduct and perjury in connection with an incident in which a student was punched after officers broke up a fight inside Shortridge High School. Officer Robert Lawson was videotaped hitting a 17-year-old male student in 2019.

Marion County Prosecutor Terry Curry says video evidence was crucial in the investigation leading to the five charges against the officer.

Several months after Shortridge High School Principal Shane ODay announced plans to leave, Indianapolis Public Schools is still on the hunt for a replacement.

The plaintiffs say Shortridge High School exaggerated its relationship with Butler University, which led them to believe their son could take tuition-free Butler math courses while in high school.

The Indianapolis Public Schools Board Thursday approved the hire of current principals to lead the four revamped high schools that will remain next year.