Between 2001 and 2016, there were 923 civilian allegations of excessive force against Rochester Police Department officers. Of these, only 1.7% were sustained by the police chief, resulting in minimal disciplinary actions, such as suspensions ranging from 1 to 20 days. The department has faced multiple lawsuits alleging a culture of excessive force, particularly against racial minorities, and a lack of accountability for officers involved in misconduct. High-profile incidents, including the deaths of Daniel Prude and Tyshon Jones, have intensified scrutiny of the department’s practices and disciplinary procedures.
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