If I recall correctly, Richmond used to have a group of rogue cops that called themselves the rangers, which operated more like a vigilante than a public service. Death by cop was quite common, at least relatively. It's a dangerous city, so it's good to see that even in a place like Richmond, a less confrontational approach can work.

This proves it can be done without all the killing and brutality. Make this department a model for police departments across the nation.

If only all cops thought this way.

Seems like another case where taxpayers pay and a cop gets off without charges

It used to be a hopeless city where random murder atrocities and crime were part of the hopeless fabric of day to day life.

My son and his wife have recently returned to the Bay Area, and I've advised them that Richmond could be a place to consider buying a house.

When I was a very little girl, we lived in Richmond. Of course it was different then, after WWII, but it was a peaceable kingdom in those days. I have fond memories of it. My brother lives in Berkeley now; I'll have to mention this to him as he was bemoaning the expense of living there.

I hope this spreads.
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Officers didn't like being second guessed when they ended someone's life? Poor things!

This is what happens when the police department wants to do the right thing. Many police departments just do not give a single fuck.

I hope this gets some traction throughout the country.
Police do need to be a real part of the community, not just a power force. And from what I have learned recently, it does seem like the actions of the police are rarely questioned. This has given them way too much power.

Awesome. Thank you. HUGE K&R.

the current disturbing behaviors we regularly see and/or experience.

This is how--build human connections through respect and dialogue.

What's happening now elsewhere isn't working at all.

That's really good leadership. We need more like him.

might actually improve the situation?