The Pearl police department has hired Jeremy Rast, an officer dismissed from the Richland police for making racist comments towards Latino men. In a June incident captured on video, Rast told men to "go back to Mexico" while responding to a domestic disturbance. The police department's Facebook announcement welcomed him warmly, despite numerous negative reactions from the community. Rast later expressed regret for his comments, which undermined public trust, leading to his dismissal, but he is now joining the Pearl force, sparking community controversy and concern.
Rast's termination came swiftly after Richland's police chief learned of his derogatory comments, stating that such language undermines community trust and respect.
Despite his controversial past, the Pearl police department has welcomed Jeremy Rast, asking the community to join them in supporting their newest officer.
In a video from June, officer Rast was recorded telling Latino men to go back to Mexico, asserting he did not want them in Richmond.
Rast expressed regret for his unprofessional comments made while on duty, acknowledging they were inappropriate and did not reflect his pride in being an officer.
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