What I saw on the bodycam footage is disturbing and tragic. The Chief and I agreed that it was important to release the bodycam footage swiftly. While the investigation is ongoing, I am very concerned about why shots were fired and Jameson was killed. This shooting makes clear that while LAPD provides officers with written guidance on the use of force and pets, this is not enough.
I have directed the Police Commission President and the Chief to examine the Department's Use of Force policy on Dog Encounters to determine best practices from around the country, and use this opportunity to update the LAPD's overall tactics, policies, and training related to use of lethal force to increase safety for everyone – officers, Angelenos and their pets.
I want to take a moment to thank everyone who has continued to share Jameson's story.
In today's world, stories move fast. People talk about something for a day or two, then move on to the next headline. The fact that so many people have refused to let that happen here speaks volumes.
Every share, comment, and conversation has helped keep attention on Jameson and reminded his family that they are not alone.
This isn't the end of the conversation it's only the beginning. Thank you to everyone who has helped keep Jameson's memory alive and his story in the public eye.
#JusticeForJameson 🐾💙
UPDATE—Police release bodycam video of LAPD officer shooting woman's dog.
Family is reviewing footage with attorney to determine next step.
Over $200,000 has been donated already for funeral & legal expenses.
This video is safe to watch—any graphic content has been edited out.
Bodycam Footage Shows Premeditation From Cop Who Shot Dog in Knicks Jersey; Pulls Out Gun & Tells Partner What He's Going to Do; Shoots Jameson Once, Watches The Dog Yelp and Fall, and Then Shoots Him Three More Times (Video) ==> https://t.co/yMhalRIzqX
The chief says it will take MONTHS to investigate this like we can't all see the video. What they hope is people will forget about it and the cop will be free to kill actual people next time.
The neighbor who dialed 911 before LAPD shot and killed a family's dog is speaking out ... apologizing profusely for ever getting cops involved.
Watch: https://t.co/TVUEGcO2ye