In March 2020, just weeks after George Floyd’s death and the George Floyd protests, Campino was arrested by Officer Mendoza following an alleged traffic violation. Security camera footage from a nearby business showed a physical struggle between Campino and Mendoza, with the officer placing her in a chokehold. The video, divided into three segments, highlights the initial interaction, escalation, and post-incident handling. Campino, a graduate student and mother, became a focal point for advocates of the #JusticeForMikayla campaign.