With no licenses that can be revoked and no database tracking their misconduct, officers in New Jersey are able to jump from agency to agency, even after they are fired. Source: New York Times
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De Blasio, Pressured on Policing, Acts to Toughen Discipline
Mayor de Blasio said the city would put all police disciplinary records online and speed up the disciplinary process against officers accused of abuse. Source: New York Times
How Black N.Y.P.D. Officers Really Feel About the Floyd Protesters
Most officers of color share the protesters’ mission to defeat racism, but the unrest has reminded the officers that they are still often seen as the enemy. Source: New York Times
The ‘Poisoned’ Shake Shack Milkshakes and an N.Y.P.D. on Edge
Claims that fast-food workers poisoned officers intentionally proved to be unfounded, but the ensuing uproar underscored a tense new dynamic. Source: New York Times
Defying Police Unions, New York Lawmakers Ban Chokeholds
Legislators, responding to protests over the death of George Floyd, are approving a package of bills aimed at police misconduct. Source: New York Times
‘Kettling’ of Peaceful Protesters Shows Aggressive Shift by N.Y. Police
Officers have charged and swung batons at demonstrators after curfew with seemingly little provocation. The mayor said he would review any reports of inappropriate enforcement. Source: New York Times
Police Make Special Deliveries After Arresting Alleged Package Thief
Police Make Special Deliveries After Arresting Alleged Package Thief Police came upon a strange scene on 84th Street last week that led to an arrest and the return of packages to a building 11 blocks away. Capt. Timothy Malin of…