“Tonight, we share the sadness and outrage of the Nichols family. We and anyone capable of compassion and human decency must understand why this loss of life evokes anger and frustration. The actions depicted in the video released show the violation of the oath to protect and serve.

True community centric policing is about trust building and ensuring the values of the communities served are represented. We mourn this evening with the Nichols family and ask for peaceful demonstration for the safety of all residents.”