Please read this letter to the community from all members of the Santa Clara County Police Chiefs' Association, including Chief Andrew Binder:
The Santa Clara County Police Chiefs' Association is deeply troubled by the horrific death of Mr. Tyre Nichols at the hands of five ex-Memphis Police Officers. Our hearts go out to the Nichols family as they mourn the loss of their loved one, and the law enforcement community whose reputation has once again been tarnished by a select few who failed to honor the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
As the leaders of all the Santa Clara County agencies, we are committed to a world in which all people feel justice is administered with dignity, equity and fairness; instilling cultures within our agencies which prioritize a fundamental commitment to the preservation of human life. As these violent incidents continue to occur across the nation, it is clear there is more work to be done. We recognize the value of having deep relationships with our communities, built on trust and honest dialogue, and are steadfast in our resolve to continue these efforts, especially in these troubling times.
Signed,
Pat Nikolai
SCCPCA President
Chief, Santa Clara Police Department
