Police oversight board could soon be approved, but critics question its power
City Council will consider amendments to the legislation at its Oct. 10 meeting.
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Mayor withdraws CRB legislation, plans to introduce a new version this month
A spokesperson for the mayor said the withdrawal came “after members of council expressed the desire to collaborate on a number of amendments” and that Stoney believes Richmond should have a civilian review board.
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Public housing residents say Richmond Police harass and threaten them
Advocates and public housing residents say instead of making them feel safe, Richmond Police officers regularly harass and intimidate them and their neighbors. A spokesperson for the department says they're trying to increase non-policing engagement around community events to repair broken trust.
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City Council Removes Former Law Enforcement From Review Board Task Force
: : FILE PHOTO: Richmond Police face off with protesters back in June. The protests against racism and police brutality this summer amplified calls for a civilian review board for police misconduct. (Crixell Matthews/VPM) Richmond City Council’s Governmental Operations Committee approved a new slate of candidates to a task force working to establish a civilian review board for police misconduct. The Task Force for Establishing a Civilian Review Board will outline both how the future board will operate and investigate reports of police misconduct. Council delayed putting...
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