Direct Police Commission to investigate 2014 killing of Richard Perez
In Plain English
Richard Perez was killed by police on September 14, 2014. The city has not yet conducted a Police Commission investigation into whether officers used excessive force. If approved, the investigation begins once the city hires a new investigative officer.
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Votes
Approved the item
4 to 2
Why This Vote Matters
The council voted to order a Police Commission investigation into the 2014 police killing of Richard Perez, nearly a decade after his death. This investigation will examine whether officers used excessive force, but cannot begin until the city hires a new investigative officer. The decision passed in a divided vote, with Councilmembers Beckles, McLaughlin, Myrick, and Vice Mayor Martinez supporting the investigation, while Councilmember Pimplé and Mayor Butt opposed it, and Councilmember Bates abstained. This represents a significant step toward accountability in a case that has remained unresolved for years.
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Public Comments
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