The Boynton Beach Police Department is mourning the death of a 15-year police officer who died in a fiery single-car crash early Saturday morning. The mayor of a Florida town where a 13-year-old boy died when police tried to pull him over said this week that both "the city and police are responsible" for the teen's death. It's also part of a major reorganization among the city's top officials that began with Gregory's departure April 15and continued April 19 with the firing of longtime city manager Lori LaVerriere by the city commission. City police and thePalm Beach County Police Benevolent Associationhave been pushing for the change because of PBSO's better pay and greater resources. Kelly, the appointed commissioner,is the wife of acity police captain. For our intellectual property, terms, and conditions, read here. You can reach him atjmilian@pbpost.comand follow him on Twitter at @caneswatch. Press J to jump to the feed. Johnson told investigators he pulled Sohn over because he 'just wanted to talk'. BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. - Moments after a major with the Boynton Beach, Fla. Police Department was pulled over for speeding, he decided to return the gesture . READ BIO. It's a victory both for a woman who sued. Im just trying to do my job.. You want to write me a ticket? Johnson asks. FOR SUBSCRIBERS: With possible PBSO merger looming, Boynton Beach police chief announces resignation, LaVerriere, criticized for her administration's botching of the Town Square project and herfailure to fire Sohn, told Palm Beach Post reporter Jorge Milan that it was her reluctance intransferring law enforcement to the sheriff's office that led to her dismissal. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way, INTERACTIVE RADAR: Tracking winter storm in Arizona. Want the latest Boynton Beach news? CBS4 reached out to the Boynton Beach Police Department but have yet to hear back. The man had been. Iamabot | Feedback | Github | If you cannot access the mirror, please submit feedback with your OS and version, your browser and version, and a screenshot if possible. Not yet a subscriber? BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. - Moments after a major with the Boynton Beach, Fla. Police Department was pulled over for speeding, he decided to return the gesture by pulling over the same officer who had just let him off with a warning. There are five possible dispositions and they are as follows: Formal Investigation Disposition: You will be notified of the final disposition by mail. As a captain, Johnson oversaw the daily operations of a patrol shift and the PTO Unit. Boynton Beach Police Department Joseph DeGiulio, Chief of Police 2100 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, Florida 33426 Contact Number: (561) 742-6101 Fax Number: (561) 742-6185 Email Address: degiulioj@bbfl.us Region Number: 12 . Membership Details; MY ACCOUNT. BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. - A gunman died during a police-involved shooting on Sunday evening in Palm Beach County, according to the Boynton Beach Police Department. A group attended a community meeting at the Boynton Beach Police Department to voice its disapproval over the outcome of a months-long FHP traffic homicide investigation into the death of a 13 . She blamed two officers in particular she believed would benefit from the change. Off Season $11,500/month, Season. The city of Boynton Beach is mourning the loss of police Officer Dennis Castro. Motorists are encouraged to seek alternate routes. Call 561-576-NEWS (6397). Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Will only arrest a person for a crime committed in his/her presence, or when the officer has probable cause to believe the person has already committed the crime. Big shakeup in Boynton: Lori LaVerriere fired as city manager; District 4 seat filled, Boynton cop cleared in death of dirt bike rider; teen was going 85 mph when he crashed, Editorial: Public money, poor oversight in Boynton Beach, With possible PBSO merger looming, Boynton Beach police chief announces resignation, Ex-Boynton city manager: Potential PBSO merger led to my firing, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Johnson started with the Boynton Beach Police Department in 2005 and worked as a road patrol officer. Login or Sign Up; You just failed a signal, your lane change, and you also failed to make your left-hand turn, Johnson says in the vide. According to the video, Major Michael Johnson was pulled over by Officer Mark Sohn for allegedly driving 97 mph in a 65 mph zone in Interstate 95, while off-duty in September 2017. That means the city manager, police chief and fire chief are each serving on a temporary basis, and the situation is not likely to change soon. Boynton Beach Police Department. BOYNTON BEACH Upheaval at the top rung of theBoynton Beach Police Department continued Friday with the agency getting its third leaderin just over a month. Please make sure it is onI agreed I was speeding. View detailed crime rates in Boynton Beach, FL as well as a Boynton Beach crime density heat map. Off season 30 day min. Media. All Rights Reserved. The Boynton Beach Police Department arrested a home invasion suspect who allegedly scaled a second-floor balcony and cut the screen open while the victim was sleeping. Full-Time. My left turn? Sohn asks. Yea sadly I literally live in Boynton Beach are city manager is a fucking idiot. The Via Lugano apartment complex Wednesday, May 12,2021, where a Boynton Beach police officer shot and killed a man while responding to a domestic incident Tuesday night. In a statement, the spokesperson said, "The memo is direction from the city manager and it speaks for itself.". The city's announcement did not give a reason forSnow's resignation and she could not be reached for comment. "We need to take this step,"Mayor Ty Penserga said after the vote. Arrest reports are police accusations. His responsibilities include patrol operations, the Marine Unit, Traffic Unit, K9, SWAT/HNT, PTO Unit and the Neighborhood Officer Program. PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) Two agencies teamed up to arrest four men who were apart of a suspected retail theft group. The confrontation continues until Johnson realizes he is being recorded on Sohns body camera. You want to write me a ticket? Johnson asks. I used to live in Palm Beach County (right next to Boynton) and I would see their officers driving home down 441 doing like 30 over every day. Firing a long-timecity manager is normallya tough decision. The Honda failed to slow down and struck the left rear corner of the Ford, causing it to strike a concrete utility pole. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. The confrontation continues until Johnson realizes he is being recorded on Sohns body camera. Likes. Boynton Beach, FL - Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) Sergeant Dennis Castro died in a fiery one-vehicle crash while off-duty on Dec. 10, 2022. Unfounded The allegation is either false or there is no credible evidence to support it. March 11 marks 20 years as a police officer for Sohn. In 2000, Major Masri joined the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) as a road patrol deputy in District 3. Although it is my expectation that all law enforcement officers should strictly obey traffic laws and be treated exactly how the general public treated (sic) when a violation occurs, I have lingering concerns regarding whether your initial traffic stop and the subsequent internal investigation were motived by something more than a driving violation. He was assigned to the narcotics unit from 2006-2008, where he worked both street level and federal investigations with the DEA. All Rights Reserved. Help support our work andsubscribe today. Although it is my expectation that all law enforcement officers should strictly obey traffic laws and be treated exactly how the general public treated (sic) when a violation occurs, I have lingering concerns regarding whether your initial traffic stop and the subsequent internal investigation were motived by something more than a driving violation. Boynton Beach Police 2100 High Ridge Road Boynton Beach, FL 33426 Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm Phone: 561-742-6100. In a statement, the spokesperson said, "The memo is direction from the city manager and it speaks for itself.". (South Florida Sun Sentinel) You have a right to take videos of cops in public without getting arrested for it, a Florida appeals court ruled Wednesday. Advertisement Corbitt. Both the Chief of Police Michael Gregory and LaVerriere declined interviewsfor this story. Off-duty Boynton Beach police officer dies in fiery single-car crash. Seriously, Johnson says in the video? . Im just trying to do my job.. if you say "like 5 over?" The video was released by the department after months of request by NBC affiliate WPTV and an investigation into the incident by officials. All Rights Reserved. 800-815-6600. Sohn later told investigators he didnt know he had pulled over his supervisor. A minute later, the major pulls over the same officer who stopped him earlier, for a minor infraction. Complaints will also be taken over the phone at 561-742-6199 or via email at internalaffairs@bbfl.us It happened in the 200 block of North Congress Avenue just before 4 p.m. Monday. The entire exchange was caught on dash and body camera video and was released to Contact 5 after 13 months of asking for the records. Online must link to BocaNewsNow.com. EMAIL NEWS(AT)BOCANEWSNOW.COM FOR REPUBLISHING QUESTIONS. Stables' first major decision came this week with his selection of DeGiulio, a former New York City cop who joined Boynton Beach police in August 2001 and worked his way up the ranks from patrol officer to running the department. He holds a B.A in Criminal Justice and a M.S in Public Administration. The reports released to Contact 5 did not show video any evidence that the body camera video was leaked to a news outlet. The entire exchange was caught on dash and body camera video and was released to the media after 13 months of asking for the records. The Town Square projectboasts a new City Hall, library, police and fire station and an outdoor theater completed on time, under budget with taxpayer dollars. not like he's trying to keep the city safe or anything. Both officers are still employed with the department. According to the video, Major Michael Johnson was pulled over by Officer Mark Sohn for allegedly driving 97 mph in a 65 mph zone in Interstate 95, while off-duty in September 2017. Forget the typical problems facing most urban communitiescrime, infrastructure demands, poverty and neighborhood redevelopment. ANOTHER RESIDENT ARRESTED IN DELRAY BEACH, Boca Raton Man Charged With Driving During Zoom Court Hearing, HURRICANE CENTER: System Drifting, Formation Chance Increases. The City of Boynton Beach has two new Chiefs; Interim City Manager Jim Stables has appointed Joseph DeGiulio as Police Chief and Hugh Bruder as Fire Chief. The reports released to WPTV did not show video any evidence that the body camera video was leaked to a news outlet. It is this pro-active enforcement that keeps our citizens free from crime, our streets and highways safe to drive upon, and that detects and apprehends criminals. He also created and implemented a supervisory mentoring and development program for new supervisors. - "I have no idea-"- in Ontario that's an extra charge careless driving. A 'moot' issue: Why a Broward sheriff's appeal is dismissed in case of fired union boss. City Hall: 100 E. Ocean Ave. Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Phone: 561-742-6000 Contact City Johnson could be seen on body cam asking Sohn is he was serious about pulling him over with Sohn replying that he was just trying to do my job before letting him go with a warning. He supervised the PTO Unit from 2013 until he was promoted to captain in 2015. Cruz and Turkin won with politicalsupport from law enforcement. DeGuilio has overseen the department's uniformed officers, including Sohn, since February 2018. You can remain anonymous. The new commissioners deserve credit for actingquickly and resolutely in removing LaVerriere, anecessary step in resolving both the Town Square debacle and the ill-will caused by the fatal police chase. If a merger between the Boynton Beach Police Department and the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office gets the green light, it could be the latest in a string of major events for the city. Penserga, Vice Mayor Angela Cruz and Commissioners Thomas Turkinand Aimee Kelley oustedLaVerriere. Councilman Bill Birch voted for Boynton Beach. But the private sector work that was supposed to be part of the projectis tied up in court, leaving an incomplete eyesore, due to the city's lack of due diligence in protecting itselfagainst the developer's failure to perform. Major Talal Masri started his public safety career in 1995 when he became a paramedic with the City of Greenacres Department of Public Safety. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. FOR SUBSCRIBERS:Ex-Boynton city manager: Potential PBSO merger led to my firing LaVerriere has a point. BY: STAFF REPORT | BocaNewsNow.com . When you made your left turn off I-95 on the overpass, you didnt have your signal on. You would be conducting foot or vehicle patrols, controlling access, securing equipment and . Moments after a major with the Boynton Beach Police Department was pulled over for speeding, he decided to return the gesture by pulling over the same officer who had just let him off with a warning. A 15-year-old boy was arrested for attempted murder after allegedly shooting at a vehicle driving away after he had attempted robbery in Boynton Beach. Something tells me these guys dont go to each others house for dinner on holidays, that is unless its because there was a noise complaint. Job Description. In the video, Maj. Michael Johnson was pulled over while off duty in his unmarked patrol car along I-95 while going 97 miles per hour in a 65 MPH zone by Ofc. In 2017, Johnson was promoted to Major and is currently the Patrol Operations Commander. $19,500/month. Snow joined the police department in 2016. Permanent police and fire chiefs won't be hired until the city manager position is settled. Sohn lets Johnson off with a warning, but moments later, Sohn is back out of his vehicle. powered by NEOGOV . Boynton Beach Police Department | Boynton Beach FL This time, Johnson is pulling him over. Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call the Boynton Beach Police Department at 561-732-8116, or submit information via the police department's website at www.bbpd.org. and last updated 12:15 PM, Oct 26, 2018. 5,363 Following. It is the mission of the Boynton Beach Police Department to strengthen community trust using 21st century policing and department values to cultivate a safe city with respect for the dignity and rights of all. 2. According to the video, Major Michael Johnson was pulled over by Officer Mark Sohn for allegedly driving 97 mph in a 65 mph zone in Interstate 95, while off-duty in September 2017. In 2013, Johnson implemented the Police Training Officer (PTO) Unit. Initially, Johnson received a written reprimand for both claims,but this week, City Manager Lori LaVerriere rejected the unbecoming conduct allegation since Johnson did not actually receive a citation for speeding. Chief Bruder has worked to foster solid labor management relations, improve staff morale and facilitated grant writing for a new Fire Boat, EMS equipment and crucial emergency communications infrastructure. But thats why were elected. Its necessary to move us forward. BOYNTON BEACH A former Boynton Beach police . Is your body camera on?, asks Johnson. Body cam: Boynton Beach Police officer pulls over major for speeding October 25, 2018, 5:04 PM The major then pulls over the on-duty officer to confront him about the incident, leading to. Anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call Boynton Beach police at 561-742-6169, or Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County at (800) 458-TIPS (8477). Boynton Beach Police To Shut Major Road For Investigation. comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment afkmacro Additional comment actions Are you seriously serious right now? MAJOR MICHAEL JOHNSON 561-742-6103 johnsonm@bbfl.us Major Mike Johnson began his law enforcement career in Minnesota in 2000. The backseat passenger was taken via trauma alert to a local hospital with critical injuries. "Its difficult. Preliminary investigation determined that a white Ford 250 was traveling west on West Boynton Beach Boulevard at around 3 a.m., when a black Honda Accord approached the rear of the truck at a high rate of speed. BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. - Moments after a major with the Boynton Beach, Fla. Police Department was pulled over for speeding, he decided to return the gesture by pulling over the same officer who had just let him off with a warning. Copyright 2018 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. It is on, says Sohn. Exonerated The allegation is true, however the action of our employee was justified and/or consistent with the agencys policy. 4:57 The mayor of Boynton, Florida addressed the circumstances surrounding the death of a 13-year-old Florida boy, who died on Sunday after crashing his dirt bike as police tried to pull him. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. My left turn? Sohn asks. Contact news (at) bocanewsnow.com. Are you seriously serious about this? Johnson asks again. Well you were speeding, Sohn replies. in the Palm Beaches. (According to the internal affairs report, speed is specifically listed as an example of behavior that would violate the city's unbecoming conduct rule. The exchange sparked a 13-month investigation into Johnson on claims of unbecoming conduct and unsatisfactory performance. Sohn lets Johnson off with a warning, but moments later, Sohn is back out of his vehicle. DeGiulio, 47, was one of three internal candidates whoapplied to replace LaVerriere, along with David Scott,the city'sdirector of economic development and strategy, and Stables. Both of these public safety leaders have spent a lifetime nobly serving others, while qualifying and climbing the promotional ladders in their respective areas and collaborating to enhance the mental wellness of their employees, according to Interim City Manager Jim Stables. Later in the video and in the internal affairs report, Sohn admits he had no idea he was pulling over his supervisor or that the vehicle was an unmarked car assigned to the department. Leif Broberg. Should you encounter a situation where you believe you were stopped by an officer based on your race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, physical handicap, religion or other belief system, you are encouraged to contact the on-duty shift supervisor as soon as possible or make a complaint to the Boynton Beach Police Department as soon as practical by calling 561-742-6100. Give Light and the People Will Find Their Own Way. Ocean Ridge proposed charging Briny $180,000 for the first year of the three-year contract, which officially begins Oct. 1, and Boynton Beach wanted $219,000. Boynton Beach city manager fired days after police chief resigns by Wednesday, April 20th 2022 In a 4-to-1 vote Tuesday night, elected officials voted to fire longtime city manager Lori. Investigators said Sgt. Major Masri later became a Public Safety Officer - a police officer-firefighter. Boynton Beach, FL. There's the matter of resolving the racial animosity of a divided community overan unauthorizedpolice chase by a white officer that endedin the fatal crashof a black teenager on a dirt bike. A 13-year-old boy died after his dirt bike crashed during an attempted traffic stop in Boynton Beach, Florida, on Sunday, and now, his family is seeking answers from police. Tweets. You may also mail in a written complaint if you prefer. Generally, however, an officer: You may appear in person at the Boynton Beach Police Department at 2100 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach FL 33426. Records show former Chief Jeffrey Katz and LaVerriere were concerned about department leaks after Contact 5 learned of the incident and submitted proper record requests. The vote was 3-1, with Council President Sue Thaler absent with notice. You may also mail in a written complaint if you prefer. Print must refer to BocaNewsNow.com. It is the policy of the Boynton Beach Police Department to patrol in a pro-active manner, to aggressively investigate suspicious persons and circumstances, and to actively enforce the motor vehicle laws, while insisting that citizens will only be stopped or detained when there exists reasonable suspicion to believe they have committed, are committing, or are about to commit, a violation of the law. But firing a city managerwas easy. Johnson started with the Boynton Beach Police Department in 2005 and worked as a road patrol officer. Week in Review: Tourism rebound, stadium upgrade, port cars and graduations. Boynton Beach Police Department. About 711 SW 27th Way. Mayor Ty Penserga said the commission will conduct its own search for a permanent city manager, a process that will likely extend through the end of 2022 and, possibly, into 2023. 1,290 were here. The commission voted May 17 to pay Stables a salary of $200,000, araise from the $148,000 he was making as fire chief. Closed, Local Police Warn Of Sextortion Cases Involving Teens In South Florida, I-95 CLOSED, POSSIBLE ROAD RAGE SHOOTING IN MIAMI, Boca Raton Car Dealer Wants Its Porsche, Or $128,500, WHAT THE HECK KINGS POINT? when a cop asks you how fast you were going, he's trying to get an admission of guilt. According to a letter drafted by Police Chief Jeffrey Katz and submitted in May to city administrative staff for review, the city was prepared to pay Boynton Beach Police Sgt. Later in the video and in the internal affairs report, Sohn admits he had no idea he was pulling over his supervisor or that the vehicle was an unmarked car assigned to the department. This time, Johnson is pulling him over. The internal affairs probe began in late March and will be completed within six months, meaning DeGiulio and Stables could be left with deciding Sohn's future. The reporters didn't sound that worried that a police major is on a power hunger trip and could possibly kill someone with his driving. February 27, 2023. Ron Ryan, who worked 15 years for Boynton Beach, was fired in 2016 after he was ordered to undergo an evaluation that found him unfit for duty; . How fast were you going? "We should not blame the police department for the actions of . Stables said he's unsure whetherhe will apply for the permanent position and has an agreement with the commission that allows him to remain asfire chief if he does not receive the full-time city manager job. Caught on camera: Police major pulled over for speeding by Boynton Beach officer. - Lawyer.com. Policy Failure A finding or conclusion that current policies, procedures, rules or regulations covering the situation were non-existent or inadequate; or the employee followed policy but the investigation reveals policy changes are recommended. 1 begins for man accused of 3 murders in. Chief Joseph DeGiulio has served the Boynton Beach Police Department (BBPD) since 2001, most recently as Interim Police Chief. Boynton Beach Florida News Palm Beach County. The confrontation continues until Johnson realizes he is being recorded on Sohns body camera. Does no one see this injustice or do we just tolerate it by this point. Johnson was in his unmarked police vehicle and Sohn was driving his K9 vehicle at the time of the incident. Chief Bruder holds an Associates Degree in Emergency Medical Services and a Bachelors Degree in Public Administration with an emphasis in Fire Service Management. He joined the BBFR in 2020, and in that time, has reorganized Fire Department Administration in order to place more firefighters in the field. BocaNewsNow.com is a registered trademark of MetroDesk Media, LLC. South Florida Sports Headlines Newsletter. 3 bedroom, 3 full bath, 4th room is available to use as a bedroom or den (private room with door, has pull out sofa, dresser and clothes rack). Stunning Single family pool home. With Stables moving up, Deputy Fire Chief Hugh Bruder was named interim fire chief last month. Johnson was not put on leave during the investigation and both men remain employed by the department. Chief Hugh Bruder has more than 42 years of Fire Service experience, most recently having served as the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Departments (BBFR) Interim Fire Chief and before that, as Deputy Fire Chief. Citizens are free to walk and drive our streets, highways, and other public places without police interference so long as they obey the law. The driver of the Honda, who received minor injuries, was suspected of driving under the influence. Like the city manager's job, the chief's position is filled with an "interim" at a time when the department faces uncertainty about its future. "It would be inappropriate for me to make long-term plans when I'm a short-term interim," said Stables, who grew up in Pompano Beach andspent most of his fire service career in Brevard County. We'll see. NON-EMERGENCY 561-732-8116 EMERGENCY 911 LOBBY HOURS 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily Department Happenings Community Events All Events Community News The Internal Affairs Unit is dedicated to protecting the publics trust and maintaining the integrity of the Boynton Beach Police Department and all employees. The major kinda seems like he's been dealing with him for a while, coming with "seriously" as he walks up. Sohn, who has an extensive disciplinary history during 20 years with the department, was cleared of criminal charges by the Florida Highway Patrol but is the subject of an internal affairs investigation looking into whether he violated the city's vehicle pursuit policy. Please make sure it is onI agreed I was speeding. July 22, 2021 July 22, 2021 BOCA NEWS NOW. If the case is to be handled formally, an Internal Affairs Investigator will complete a thorough report regarding the complaint. Unless that's a department that doesn't care for speeding tickets, that seems more like "I'm special, and exempt from justice". The Boynton Beach Police Department is charged with protecting these rights, for all, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical handicap, religion, economic status, age, cultural group or any other identifiable group. And Boynton Beach's OceanFront Park easily earns its reputation as one of South Florida's most attractive beaches. While serving as captain, he partnered with a local school and started the first of its kind mentoring program for at-risk youth. (Original report from Boynton Beach Police):We are investigating a traffic crash that injured three people, one of them critically, early this morning in the 3500 block of West Boynton Beach Boulevard. Reporters and city officials were invited to try out Boynton Beach Police Department's new use of force training scenario: shoot or don't shoot. Moments after a major with the Boynton Beach Police Department was pulled over for speeding, he decided to return the gesture by pulling over the same officer who had just let him off with. This is the official Facebook page of the Boynton Beach Police Department. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Cruz and Turkin won electionin March. Major Johnson is a graduate of the Southern Police Institutes Command Officer Development Course and numerous other mid/executive level leadership courses. The result was horrific. The Minneapolis Police Department is searching for a 26-year-old murder suspect who they believe might be in Miami or Boynton Beach. Seriously, Johnson says in the video? He is a Designated Chief Fire Officer by the Center for Public Safety Excellence and a United States Air Force Veteran. The city announced that Assistant Chief Joe DeGiulio is the new interim police chief, replacing Vanessa Snow,who took over on a temporary basisApril 22followingthe resignation of Michael Gregory, who left after four years in the position. Johnson told investigators he pulled Sohn over because he 'just wanted to talk'. I will be requesting that the Chief identify and monitor internal departmental politics and alliances that may be detrimental to the mission of the organization., WPTV reached out to a spokesperson with BBPDabout LaVerierre's request. City of Boynton Beach Employment Opportunities. Boynton Beach Police To Shut Major Road For Investigation. Related Commentary: Editorial: Public money, poor oversight in Boynton Beach. Johnson was not put on administrative leave during the investigation. (According to the internal affairs report, speed is specifically listed as an example of behavior that would violate the city's unbecoming conduct rule. They also are entitled to be free from crime, and from the depredations of criminals, and to drive and walk our public ways safe from the actions of reckless and careless drivers. We secure some the most prestigious properties and schools in the worlds. When you made your left turn off I-95 on the overpass, you didnt have your signal on. I find it interesting that someone contacted and alerted an investigative news report of the interaction, as evidenced by a reporters submission of a records request for the specific body camera video within three days of the interaction. You seriously talk me like that? Both the Chief of Police Michael Gregory and LaVerriere declined interviewsfor this story. 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