The Berkeley City Council recently adopted a resolution addressing a texting scandal involving racist messages among some police officers. This decision comes in light of concerns raised by the Police Accountability Board, which revealed details of the scandal in a report. The resolution aims to reject racism and affirm confidence in both the police department and accountability bodies while calling for a state ban on arrest quotas. The measure reflects the council's commitment to police accountability and transparency in investigations, despite some recommendations facing opposition from the Public Safety Policy Committee.
The council's resolution aimed to address a texting scandal involving Berkeley officers, affirming confidence in the police department while rejecting racism and misconduct.
Councilmember Brent Blackaby emphasized the council's commitment to accountability, noting the importance of the Police Accountability Board's work and the need for transparency.
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