Statement From Congressman Rep. Morelle on Rochester Police Department Treatment of 9-Year-Old Girl
February 02, 2021
February 02, 2021
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 2 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following statement:
Congressman Joe Morelle issued the following statement regarding a recent incident where the Rochester Police Department (RPD) handcuffed and pepper-sprayed a 9-year-old girl:
"I'm stunned and heartbroken by the Rochester Police Department body camera footage released over the weekend.
"A child--especially one who is clearly in distress--should never be . . .
Congressman Joe Morelle issued the following statement regarding a recent incident where the Rochester Police Department (RPD) handcuffed and pepper-sprayed a 9-year-old girl:
"I'm stunned and heartbroken by the Rochester Police Department body camera footage released over the weekend.
"A child--especially one who is clearly in distress--should never be . . .