Rep. Mike Levin Statement on the Death of Kurt Reinhold
Washington, DC - U.S. Representative Mike Levin (CA-49) issued the following statement on the death of Kurt Reinhold:
“The death of Kurt Reinhold is a tragedy, and my heart goes out to the family and friends he left behind far too soon. New video evidence of this incident is deeply troubling and raises serious questions about how this kind of tragedy can be prevented in the future. While investigations continue, it is clear that we urgently need reforms to improve de-escalation training, racial profiling training, and lethal use of force standards. We must also ensure that every law enforcement officer has a body camera, something that the Orange County Sheriff’s Department does not yet have. In addition to these reforms, we must also make stronger investments in mental health and social services to better support homeless individuals and people in need of assistance. This week, I will join my colleagues in reintroducing the Justice in Policing Act to make much-needed reforms, and I hope we will pass this bill quickly to help prevent similar tragedies.”
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