California Governor Gavin Newsom urges Oakland to revise police pursuit policy, citing its impact on public safety.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has urged Oakland city leaders to revise their police pursuit policy, arguing it is contributing to Oakland's public safety challenges. The current policy only allows vehicle pursuits for "violent forcible crimes" and crimes with firearms. Governor Newsom sent a letter to Oakland's mayor, city council, and police department, expressing concern over the city's policy and requesting a reconsideration of the circumstances under which police officers may chase suspects.
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