RACIAL MAKE UP OF THE FAIRFAX POLICE DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL With the recent events across the nation and calls for policy reform amongst municipal police agencies, another topic has been calls for more racial diversity within these agencies. It is readily apparent to those within our community that we have a very diverse police force … Continued
In a previous message to the community (6/5/2020), I spoke to the fact that our policies on use of force are in line with many of the policy reform recommendations from outside organizations. I pointed out that those policies have always been available on our web site. I understand that my messages cannot reach a … Continued
Community Message from Chief Christopher Morin, June 5, 2020 I along with some of our community leaders have received many calls, emails and social media messages from within and outside our community in the recent days. The questions are concerning our use of force and other policies in relation to a report card and information … Continued
To The Fairfax Community: On June 1st, 2020 I attended a meeting of all of the Marin County Police Chiefs. Below is a joint statement that we have agreed on disseminating to our communities as the result of the death George Floyd in Minnesota. I endorse this statement. The officers of your Fairfax Police Department … Continued
June 4th, 2020 To the Fairfax Community, I have been struggling with the proper way to express my personal thoughts and feelings of sadness over the death of George Floyd in Minnesota who died at the hands of Police Officers. While I am not familiar with the policies and practices of agencies in Minnesota, I … Continued
