SAN FRANCISCO
In response to city officials and following a police fatal shooting , the U.S. Department of Justice has launched a comprehensive review of the San Francisco Police Department.
In response to city officials, the U.S. Department of Justice has launched a comprehensive review of the San Francisco Police Department.
City officials and community members asked that the Justice Department conduct an in-depth look into the use of force policies and practices of the San Francisco police, officials said.
“San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and San Francisco Police Department Chief Greg Suhr have jointly requested this collaborative review and have publicly committed to providing the resources necessary for its successful completion,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Brian Stretch.
The killing of Mario Woods was captured on cellphone video and has stirred protests in the city. On Saturday, hundreds of people marched in the streets, calling for the firing of San Francisco Police Chief Greg Suhr, according to the Los Angeles Times.
“The Department of Justice is dedicated to upholding the highest standards of law enforcement throughout the United States, and this Collaborative Reform Initiative is a vital component of that effort,” said Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch. “In the days and months ahead, we will examine the San Francisco Police Department’s current operational policies, training practices and accountability systems, and help identify key areas for improvement going forward. I am confident that together we can make certain that our officers have the tools and training they need to do their jobs, and that every member of the San Francisco community has the protection and service they deserve.”