By Police1 Staff
PHILADELPHIA — After the Fraternal Order of Police filed a suit, a Philadelphia judge has ruled that the city can’t immediately release the names of officers involved in shootings.
The temporary injunction issued on Friday comes after protesters gathered outside the home of Officer Ryan Pownall, who fatally shot David Jones on June 8 after a fight over Jones’ gun, the Associated Press reported. A line of LEOs stood in front of Pownall’s home to separate protesters from the officer. Pownall is currently on administrative leave pending an investigation.
The city must wait 72 hours to release an officer’s name, during which time the union can challenge the city’s attempt to release the name.
A hearing on whether an extension will be made to the ruling is set for Sept. 29.