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1 month ago

Spokane police outline strategic plan, report early results from Safe & Accessible Spaces ordinance Police Chief Kevin Hall presented six strategic priorities—targeting a 10% reduction in gun violence, data upgrades and expanded training—and released first 90‑day figures from the Safe & Accessible Spaces ordinance: 1,456 documented interactions, 902 offers of services and 265 acceptances, with 728 citations (65% downtown/Riverside).

Spokane Police Chief Kevin Hall reveals an ambitious plan to cut gun violence by 10% while prioritizing compassionate policing and community outreach.

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1 month ago

OPOC: MOU talks with City Legal stalled; commission to pursue closing report and targeted recommendations Ombuds staff told the commission that negotiations over a formal MOU have been delayed in City Legal; absent a timely MOU the office will prepare a closing report and may issue shorter topical recommendation memos, noting limits imposed by the collective bargaining agreement.

Negotiations for a formal agreement between the Spokane Police Department and Ombuds staff have hit a standstill, prompting a shift towards a closing report that could reshape future oversight.

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1 month ago

Spokane council approves DOJ grant to fund eight new police officers The Spokane City Council voted 5-2 to accept a Department of Justice grant for the Spokane Police Department, a roughly $1 million award with a 25% local match that officials said will fund eight new full‑time officers for community policing and gun‑violence prevention.

Spokane City Council just approved a $1 million DOJ grant to hire eight new police officers aimed at enhancing community safety and preventing gun violence!

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1 year ago

Hey #spokanepolice your officer driving the black marker pickup northbound on division just now at 4:58 am seems to be allergic to signaling lane changes. Do better.

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1 year ago

Spokane Police Department reorganizes leadership amid rising use of force review challenges Spokane Police reported increased complaints and key departmental changes following recent shootings.

Spokane is grappling with a surge in police-related incidents and a major departmental overhaul aimed at restoring public trust.

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1 year ago

Spokane police face scrutiny over excessive force incident captured by citizen video Spokane Police Department faces scrutiny over excessive force and questionable review processes in recent incident.

A disturbing Spokane police incident raises urgent questions about accountability after a pedestrian suffered a broken elbow during an aggressive takedown, contradicting official reports.

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1 year ago

Spokane officer's out-of-policy takedown sparks review board debate on use of force standards Officer's out-of-policy takedown leads to injury, prompting review of Spokane police force protocols.

A Spokane police officer's controversial takedown technique, deemed out of policy, has ignited a fierce debate on police accountability and training standards.

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1 year ago

Spokane Police Department reviews use of force training following controversial takedown incident Commissioner expresses optimism for improved police training and accountability following recent discussions and reports.

The Spokane Police Ombuds Commission is taking bold steps toward enhancing police training and accountability, promising a safer community after a controversial takedown incident.

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