The so-called pattern-or-practice investigation focused on widespread issues within the department following the 2020 killing of George Floyd.

AI generated summary:

  • The investigation found that the Minneapolis Police Department uses excessive force, including unjustified deadly force and other types of force; unlawfully discriminates against Black and Native American people in its enforcement activities; violates the rights of people engaged in protected speech; and discriminates against people with behavioral health issues.
  • The investigation also found that the police department has “persistent deficiencies in MPD’s accountability systems, training, supervision, and officer wellness programs.”
  • The report acknowledged the challenges faced by police officers, but said that the department’s “pattern or practice of excessive force and racial discrimination” violates the Constitution and federal law.
  • The Justice Department has said that it will work collaboratively with the city and police department to address the findings of the investigation.
  • BrooklynMan
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    1 year ago

    “Still, since the spring of 2020, hundreds of MPD officers have left the force, and the morale of the remaining officers is low,” the report stated. “Policing, by its nature, can take a toll on the psychological and emotional health of officers, and the challenges of the last few years have only exacerbated that toll for some MPD officers.”

    Translation: “Being not-racist hurts cops’ fee fees, and many quit over fears that they might be held accountable for murdering black people, so, uh, we’re gonna keep doing that. “