Скачать или смотреть Personnel files released for Canton K-9 police officer

'My review of this incident revealed clear violations of department policy and actions that are not in line with our mission, our values or our training.'

One week after the Canton police released body camera footage showing the "deployment" of a K-9 on a suspect, the department's chief is recommending firing the officer involved.

In a statement issued on Friday, Canton Police Chief John Gabbard says he is recommending to the city's director of public safety to terminate Officer Nicholas Casto after an internal investigation. You can read the entire statement below:

“I have always, and will continue to advocate for the incredible officers who serve this community. I am dedicated to professionalism and community service, and cannot champion those values without also demanding accountability from those who do not meet my high expectations. My review of this incident revealed clear violations of department policy and actions that are not in line with our mission, our values or our training. To preserve the integrity of this department, to demonstrate my commitment to our values, and out of my responsibility to the officers and community I serve, I had no choice but to recommend to the Director of Public Safety the termination of Officer Casto’s employment with the Canton Police Department.”

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