Justice Department issues rebuke of Louisville PD in report

THe Justice Department Louisville received a harsh rebuke Kentucky, police Department Wednesday alleging discrimination against mentally and black people.

According to the report, police officers were involved in the shooting. “engage in a pattern or practice of conduct that violates the U.S. Constitution and federal law.” The department is accused of violating the rights of a variety of individuals.

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The Justice Department stated that the police department used excessive force, conducted searches based upon invalid warrants and unlawfully executed warrants without knocking on and announcing. It also violated the rights to protected speech critics of policing.

“This conduct is unacceptable. It is heartbreaking. It erodes the community trust necessary for effective policing. And it is an affront to the vast majority of officers who put their lives on the line every day to serve Louisville with honor. And it is an affront to the people of Louisville, who deserve better,” At a Wednesday press conference, Attorney General Merrick Grland stated.

“Louisville Metro and LMPD have also failed to provide police officers and other employees with the support and resources that they need to do their jobs effectively and lawfully,” He added.