Julie Perez, a fervent advocate for police reform in Richmond after the tragic death of her son, Pedie, passed away on January 22 due to cancer. Despite her declining health, she and her family frequently attended City Council meetings to campaign for changes in police practices. Following her death, community leaders and family members honored her commitment to police reform, reflecting on the impact of gun violence on families, as they remembered her ongoing struggle for justice since her son was killed by a police officer in 2014.
Today I held your hand as you took your last breath at 10:40 a.m. You fought a hard and strong battle but today you got to be with Pedie again and we can only find peace in this.
For years and years, we have seen the Perez family come to this city council in remembering their son and pushing activism and advocacy for police reform.
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