Following allegations of anti-Black Lives Matter remarks on a Parler social media account belonging to a male Pacific Grove Police Officer, the investigation into this matter was finalized this weekend.
Chief Madalone of Pacific Grove Police had the following to say about this matter in a video update posted on social media…
“As of [January 13], that officer is no longer employed by the city of Pacific Grove in any capacity”, Chief Madalone said.
“We will continue to serve this community and provide professional police services while respecting the rights and dignity of all people regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other factor. The department takes every complaint seriously. Misconduct of any kind is not tolerated”.
Chief Madlone was unable to provide further details regarding the incident, but also welcomed a new Police Commander David Santos who will start on the final Monday of this month.
