We were at the firtst meeting of the Akron Citizens' Police Oversight Board since the Jayland Walker grand jury decision last night as part of our commitment to following through on developments of this newly-created group.
AKRON, Ohio — Many in Akron have been calling for more police accountability and transparency following the deadly police shooting of Jayland Walker. On Wednesday, the city’s new Citizens’ Police Oversight Board held its first meeting since a special grand jury declined to charge the officers involved.
The appointments were supposed to be made by Feb. 27, but the city missed the deadline by more than a month. Because of the delay, Wednesday marked the board’s second-ever meeting. It consisted largely of preliminary planning and organizational measures. “I only knew this was happening tonight because it was on social media. So I think we need to do better about letting our citizens know that you’re here,” she said.
The Akron Police Department has previously said it used pepper spray and gas canisters to disperse a crowd unlawfully blocking traffic. Friday, the City of Akron and the Akron Bail Fund came to an agreement in a joint stipulated order that restricts the city and its police force from"using non-lethal force on non-violent protesters."Also on Wednesday, the Citizens’ Police Oversight Board recommended any police complaints be filed with the independent police auditor for review.
“We need to bring the most effective community members to the table. And my hope is these committees will embody that accountability structure and inclusivity,” Wilson said.
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