MaggieD
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You may remember the shooting of Laquan MCDonald, a black man shot 16 times by an officer as he appeared to be walking away. The officer arrived on scene, many other officers were present. He jumped from his squad car and opened fire. The man had a knife in his hand but was walking away. First shot put him on the ground. 15 more fired. No first aid offered. He was the only officer to shoot. All cops on the scene lied on their reports although it was known there was dash cam video. The video wasn't released until the press went full tilt thru FOIA. The day the court ruled the video had to be released, the cops arrested the LEO and he is awaiting trial. Others have been dismissed and even prosecuted for their participation in the coverup. That's the back story.
Today, the CPD announced sweeping changes in use of deadly force, even tasers. Their new policy emphasizes the sanctity of life and clearly outlines when and if deadly force can be used. The department's 14,000 officer complement will go thru extensive training on the new policies as well as giving them new and proven ways to de-escalate situations.
You may be interested in the details. Chicago police announce new limits on use of force - Chicago Tribune
Victory is on the horizon. Landmark fires and prosecutions will have a powerful effect and, I believe, things will change for the much better. perhaps this approach will catch on across the country and both cops and perps will be safer on the streets.
Your thoughts?
Also, by 2018, every officer and every squad car will be equipped with a camera.
Today, the CPD announced sweeping changes in use of deadly force, even tasers. Their new policy emphasizes the sanctity of life and clearly outlines when and if deadly force can be used. The department's 14,000 officer complement will go thru extensive training on the new policies as well as giving them new and proven ways to de-escalate situations.
You may be interested in the details. Chicago police announce new limits on use of force - Chicago Tribune
Victory is on the horizon. Landmark fires and prosecutions will have a powerful effect and, I believe, things will change for the much better. perhaps this approach will catch on across the country and both cops and perps will be safer on the streets.
Your thoughts?
Also, by 2018, every officer and every squad car will be equipped with a camera.