MADISON, Wis. — Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes issued a statement Tuesday after Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all three counts in the murder of George Floyd.
“The American justice system has not always served all of her people well and the death of George Floyd is a shocking example of where we can fail each other,” Barnes said. “As an officer of the law, I believe that today justice has prevailed. We hear you; this moment matters.”
Barnes highlighted the importance of the moment and said the department is ready to “stand in solidarity” with the Madison community.
Barnes said he also hopes Tuesday’s decision will help the public heal and create new opportunities for unity.
The full statement is available below:
“The American justice system has not always served all of her people well and the death of George Floyd is a shocking example of where we can fail each other. As an officer of the law, I believe that today justice has prevailed. We hear you; this moment matters. The Madison Police Department is prepared to stand in solidarity with our community as we grieve and process the events of May 25th, 2020. I am hopeful that this decision will help our communities heal and will create new opportunities to work and grow together.”
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