Rohnert Park, CA Cop Skates for Pulling Gun on Camera Phone Guy. Official Statement [VIDEO]

STATEMENT BY CITY OF ROHNERT PARK REGARDING
CONCLUSION OF INVESTIGATION INTO JULY 29, 2015 INCIDENT

October 28, 2015

Background: On July 29, 2015 a resident of Rohnert Park filmed an encounter with a Rohnert Park Public Safety Officer, and posted it on-line. The City commissioned an investigation of the incident by an independent third-party investigator. The investigator had full access to all requested City witnesses and documents and no party interfered with, or attempted to influence, the findings of the investigation . . .

The investigation is complete. Because this matter received a great deal of public attention, the City is issuing this statement. The City is unable to release additional information because the information is confidential pursuant to California Penal Code Sections 832.5 and 832.7. In addition, releasing information collected as part of a confidential investigation could stifle the willingness of subjects and witnesses to participate in future investigations. The information that is included in this statement has been authorized for public release.

Initial Contact and Drawing of Weapon: After a thorough review of available information,1 the investigator made the following findings regarding the Officer’s decisions to stop the resident and to un- holster his gun:

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