HONOR
RESPECT by the Lorain Police Department
At this point, At this point,
most people realize that George Floyd's tragic death sent a shockwave into law enforcement that will likely forever alter police departments across the nation. As a local police department, we were, of course, grieved by the incident; however, as law enforcement officers, our grief and concern may reflect a unique perspective. Unquestionably, we felt the frustration and anger that naturally accompanies the contemptible abuse of power that resulted in Mr. Floyd's death. We also understood the actions of the few could cast a demonizing shadow upon the men and women in law enforcement that serve with honor and integrity. We understood that the foundations of community relationships cultivated over decades in Lorain were now threatened by officers' actions on the other side of the country. The peace of our local community could be significantly disrupted by the actions of four officers that undoubtedly represented everything we stand against.
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This reality became even more concerning as we watched communities across the United States literally burn.
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