Phoenix, police chief and use of force

Phoenix seeks resident input on next police chief
A survey is now available in English and Spanish for Phoenix residents to share what characteristics they want in their next police chief and questions they'd like candidates to answer. The survey has three questions.
With a new use-of-force policy in place, Phoenix readies to pick the permanent police chief
This week, the Phoenix Police Department adopted a new policy on use of force. It was part of the city’s pre-emptive push to avoid federal oversight after a yearslong civil rights review. And portions of the policy are more strict than standards set by Supreme Court precedent.
Phoenix PD implements new use of force policy: 'The basis for building trust'
The Phoenix Police Department announced it's implementing a new use of force policy that will "clearly define" when officers can use force, as well as what needs to be done before, during and after an incident.
Phoenix Police Department implements new use of force policy
Officers "shall use only the force that is objectively reasonable, necessary and proportional to effectively and safely resolve an incident."
Phoenix seeks community input during search for next police chief
PHOENIX — Phoenix is seeking input from residents during the hiring process for the city’s next police chief. Over two years after bringing in Michael Sullivan as interim police chief, Phoenix is now looking someone to fill the role on a permanent basis.
Phoenix police have new orders on when to use violence or physical force
Phoenix police officers have orders redefining when they may use violence or physical force. The policy taking effect is a win for interim Chief Michael Sullivan as union membership opposes his bid for the permanent role.
Phoenix PD chief discusses new use of force policy
The chief of Phoenix police is discussing his department's new use of force policy. The "Zero Day" star and "Late Show" host Stephen Colbert let a haunting silence hang in the air for several seconds.
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Suspect shot, killed by police in south Phoenix
A suspect was shot and killed early Wednesday morning near 15th and Southern Avenues, the Phoenix Police Department said. No ...
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Plan to demolish Phoenix police headquarters and develop intersection moves ahead
The Phoenix Police Department headquarters will be demolished to make way for mixed-use development. The city seeks ...
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Suspect who hid in recycling bin before shooting at Phoenix police is dead
A suspect was shot and killed by police in a south Phoenix residential area early Wednesday, authorities said.
Phoenix law enforcement union leaders worried about new use of force policy
The department has been working to revise its use-of-force policy since 2023. Jury finds rapper A$AP Rocky not guilty in gun ...