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Oaklanders Weigh In As New Police Chief Floyd Mitchell Takes Over
"I'm looking forward to working with you and with members of the community to make Oakland safer," Mitchell said.
May 16, 2024
Floyd Mitchell officially took over as chief of the Oakland Police Department on Monday, taking the reins following a lengthy search and amid ongoing concerns about rising crime in the city.
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During his first day, Mitchell spent part of his day speaking with new recruits and walking the halls of the department that he will now lead.
In a briefing Monday, Mitchell said that everyone has a role to play in public safety.
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