They say the mayor has benefited politically from his pledges to overhaul the Police Department, but has failed to deliver meaningful actions. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Police Brutality, Misconduct and Shootings”
Injuries to Teenager During Protest Arrest Are Under Investigation
By Gotham Rex on June 11, 2020
Jahmel Leach, 16, was shocked with a stun gun and his face was bloodied as he was taken into custody in the Bronx on June 1. Source: New York Times
Who's Leading the George Floyd Protests in New York?
By Gotham Rex on June 11, 2020
They’re young, charismatic and drawing crowds of thousands around the city. Source: New York Times
White Counterprotesters in Franklinville, N.J., Mock George Floyd's Killing
By Gotham Rex on June 10, 2020
One man yelled while kneeling on the neck of another who was facedown on the ground. The ugly display drew a fierce condemnation. Source: New York Times
Trump Falsely Targets Buffalo Protester, Martin Gugino, as ‘Antifa Provocateur’
By Gotham Rex on June 9, 2020
The president attacked Martin Gugino even as the activist was in the hospital recovering from a head wound sustained when the police shoved him to the ground. Source: New York Times
N.Y.P.D. Officer Who Violently Shoved Protester to Face Charges
By Gotham Rex on June 9, 2020
The police officer, who was recorded knocking down a young woman who questioned his order, surrendered himself on Tuesday. Source: New York Times
A Black Man Is Killed by a Trooper. His Family Wants Answers.
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2020
Maurice Gordon, 28, was shot by a white officer after a traffic stop on the Garden State Parkway, two days before the death of George Floyd. Source: New York Times
Defying Police Unions, New York Lawmakers Ban Chokeholds
By Gotham Rex on June 8, 2020
Legislators, responding to protests over the death of George Floyd, are approving a package of bills aimed at police misconduct. Source: New York Times
De Blasio Vows for First Time to Cut Funding for the N.Y.P.D.
By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2020
The mayor made his pledge following 10 nights of mass protests against police violence and mounting demands for an overhaul of the police department. Source: New York Times
Curfew Lifts for 11th Day of Protests in N.Y.C.: Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 7, 2020
Demonstrations in Times Square, Grand Army Plaza and Central Park have proceeded peacefully as the evening approaches. Source: New York Times
Protests in N.Y.C. Continue for a 10th Day: Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 6, 2020
Crowds of thousands thronged bridges and blocked streets in largely peaceful demonstrations. Source: New York Times
2 Buffalo Police Officers Charged in Shoving of 75-Year-Old Demonstrator
By Gotham Rex on June 6, 2020
More than 100 police officers, firefighters and other supporters crowded outside the courthouse in Buffalo to protest the assault charges filed against the officers. Source: New York Times
Buffalo Police Officers Suspended After Shoving 75-Year-Old Protester
By Gotham Rex on June 5, 2020
The protester, who was seen on video motionless on the ground and bleeding from his ear, was in serious but stable condition on Friday, a hospital spokesman said. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Protesters Defy Curfew, Which Police Again Aggressively Enforce: Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 5, 2020
The crackdown appeared less intense than the night before, with fewer violent confrontations, but officers were still forceful in dispersing demonstrators. Source: New York Times
De Blasio Denounced After Police Forcefully Clash With Protesters
By Gotham Rex on June 4, 2020
The mayor drew jeers at a memorial for George Floyd in Brooklyn the day after the police aggressively enforced an 8 p.m. curfew. Source: New York Times