George Floyd Protests
Bystander footage of the in-custody death of George Floyd led to the firing of four Minneapolis police officers and violent protests in the city and throughout the nation. Derek Chauvin, the officer seen in the video kneeling on Floyd’s neck for several minutes, was later arrested and charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter, for which he was found guilty on April 20, 2021.
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To rebuild trust between police and the public, neither party can hold on to stereotypical views of the other
A recent survey finds officers with 5-10 years of service may be at great risk for adverse mental health and diminished work productivity
The Tustin Police Department aims to address and improve community relations through the project
Chief James Craig says the officers thought “they were being fired upon”
When asked about their thoughts on leaving law enforcement, only a third said they will ‘remain on the job as long as possible’
The 20-step campaign is a list of promises and policy amendments set by the collective body of police chiefs
Mayor Bill de Blasio said money would be deferred to the city’s chronically underfunded public housing system and youth programs
The majority who called in sick worked downtown, where protests have had their largest presence
The violence came just over a week after another shooting in the zone left one person dead and another wounded
The judge will rule later on whether cameras will be allowed at trial
As a police officer, martial artist and defensive tactics instructor, I have never learned, taught, or used what I would call a “chokehold”
Proactive leadership is required to counter detractors who continue to pressure agencies to make hasty policy reforms
A new rule prevents officers involved in using deadly force from reviewing bodycam footage before completing an initial police report
Video posted on social media appeared to show a man opening fire into the park where the protest was being held as people scrambled for cover
Commissioner Danielle Outlaw issued an immediate moratorium on the use of tear gas in most situations
The collective of protesters in the Capitol Hill Organized Protest was born after clashes with police who tear-gassed people protesting the death of George Floyd
About 500 people gathered along Route 347 on Long Island to show their support for law enforcement
“I’m not gonna let that little sticker be the divide among people in the community who will be afraid to come to us because of that,” Sheriff Chuck Atkins said
Following a month of protests, firings, criminal charges and a chief’s resignation, there were reports of a high number of Atlanta police ‘call outs’
An apology is needed as my generation failed to lead courageously into difficult topics and conversations
The violence broke out as a group protested the arrest of a Black man who shouted at restaurant customers through a megaphone while carrying a baseball bat
What do you see for the future of the profession and your police career?
Gov. Tony Evers on Wednesday said he was prepared to activate the Wisconsin National Guard to protect state properties
Andrew Jackson’s history of violence against Native Americans, notably the Trail of Tears, has made the statue a target for protesters
Union president Lt. Bob Kroll said Tuesday the union was left “blindsided” by being denied the right to review officer body camera video
A man sustained non life-threatening wounds, according to a spokesperson with an area hospital.
We must address some critical issues of grave importance to the survival of our honorable profession
For most officers, our ‘why’ is to live a life of service to others
Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan argued that police needed to be in the area to respond to reported crimes
The legislation creates a $25,000 personal liability ceiling for officers found liable for state constitutional violations
It is the second shooting in the ‘CHOP’ zone in less than 48 hours
A department statement said officers attempted to respond inside the protest zone, but were met by a violent crowd that prevented officers safe access to the victims
One of the law’s biggest changes is how it alters qualified immunity for police
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