Board of Police Commissioners, Evening Community Meeting
Detroit Board of Police Commissioners
Thursday, May 9, 2024
6:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m. EDT
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Commissioner Rory Gamble resigned; Public commenters called out police aggression and racism after Detroit police shut down a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Southwest Detroit.
Commissioner Rory Gamble resigned; Public commenters called out police aggression and racism after Detroit police shut down a Cinco de Mayo celebration in Southwest Detroit.
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10:22 AM May 9, 2024 CDT
They are proceeding with the parts of the agenda that do not require a quorum.
Chief Investigator Jerome Warfield is giving a report. Should have 23 investigators by the end of the month. Reduced time to create reports.
Pictured here is Grand Sheik Craig FuQua Bey being honored for several community service efforts. Here is the full resolution that Smith is reading.
All vote yes, the one no vote is from Commissioner Darryl Woods. Motion passes.
Sounds like crime is down in multiple categories, the officer describes a recent drag racing incident. I believe these numbers are coming from the reports linked at the bottom of this page.
How many arrests were made during the NFL Draft?
She doesn't know.
She will provide tomorrow morning.
Overall crime is down. Car jackings down 55%. Only uptick is in burglaries.
They follow Chief White's 5-10 pt plan.
Robbery crime trend - 6 more than expected in the last month.
Got largest tip from a community member who was out walking dogs.
1 troubled youth participated in ceasefire program, joined DPD and works in the 8th precinct.
He is listing off quickly a list of programs offered by his precinct.
Bernard asks how he classifies homicide from justifiable homicide?
Couldn't really hear what he said but it seems like he refers to some kind of existing definition or defers to Wayne County prosecutor.
He is aware of them. Coaches problem officers, haves them ride with sergeants.
These are allegations made, not charges.
Follow up on NFL draft arrests - sounds like there were 18 "within the footprint" area of the draft.
Says people are calling in favors to cover up her rape/protect her rapist, "they act like the black mafia family with badges." Has been coming for over a year, no accountability.
How many commissioners appointed by Duggan?
When will you investigate the complaints on the "Booty Boys" - they were doing body cavity searches without warrants.
Will get status update on the complaints she mentioned if she has more information.
To start, acknowledge that there are potential problems within the rank and file.
Believes black men need to be held accountable as protectors of their own families.
Appreciates Ceasefire program.
What protection were police providing when they shut down multiple businesses with no threat present? Seemed racially motivated. When will we actually be seen, heard, and feel safe? This would not be happening in Royal Oak, Birmingham..
Be transparent with these people who have a problem with you.
Is marijuana still considered a drug on the federal level?
- Yes.
Doesn't understand the context of the statistics they present - what are the base numbers?
Are you still collaborating with Shotspotter?
-Yes.
Statement of concern on the "Mexicantown raid" - unlawfully shut down businesses. This is unacceptable for the police department to use Gestapo tactics.
Commends specific officers in the 10th precinct.
They are feeding the police this week if anyone would like to donate.
Alleges absentee ballot voter fraud - trap houses slinging votes out of houses in Detroit in district 1.
Board should have a town hall meeting in SW Detroit in response to the incident in Mexicantown on Cinco de Mayo.
The city/department protects white people.
Something needs to be done if not it'll get worse this summer.
There were no arrests, 8 people were ticketed. We closed a non permanent illegal event in front of El Club. Shut down a non permanent mechanical bull stage.
Pressley asks the public commenters to maintain their decorum. Asks why this year was different when it happens every year?
Officer disagrees that they were off guard even though it sounds like that's exactly what happened. "We want to do better."
Woods, what are you doing for mediation with the community?
City Council Member Santiago Romero will be present at a meeting tomorrow at 4pm.
Moore, can we look into the specific badge number that was brought up?
-Yes, it is now in public record as well.
How to file a CCR (Citizens Complaint Report) against an officer to be reviewed by this board
Bernard - Happy Mothers Day, happy parents day to men and women.
Motion to adjourn, approved at 9:04PM - screenshot taken mid-vote
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Agency Information
Detroit Board of Police Commissioners
The Board of Police Commissioners has supervisory control and oversight of the Police Department, including plenary authority over citizen complaints and the power to appoint fact finders, subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, take testimony, and require the production of evidence. The Board also appoints a civilian as Director of Police Personnel and approves all promotions made by the Chief. The 11 member board is comprised of 7 elected members from each city council district and 4 members appointed by the Mayor. https://detroitmi.gov/government/boards/board-police-commissioners
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