Two riverside police officers are Viral video Surfaced last month, showing an officer smashing a resident’s skateboard while another looked.
Riverside Police Commissioner Larry Gonzalez announced Friday that county district attorneys decided to file charges against misdemeanor officials.
The department spokesman said the next day, the allegations of the officers who observed the destruction had been changed to help and teach the crime, which was also a misdemeanor.
The official’s name was not released.
In a message Post to FacebookGonzalez admitted that an officer was caught in the videotape and damaged the skateboard, “it seemed to be a deliberate move.”
“Let me be clear: this behavior is unacceptable and does not reflect the standards of the Riverside Police Department,” Gonzalez said in a message. Post to Facebook. “I hope every official can uphold the integrity and professionalism that our community deserves.”
Gonzalez said an internal investigation is underway.
January, video Post to YouTube At least six police officers were depicted entering the driveway or backyard of what appeared to be the house. Ryan Railsback, an official and spokesman for the department, said officials arrived in the House to work on administrative papers related to statute enforcement. He said that for safety reasons, Riverside staff asked the department for assistance.
As the officer exercised around, an officer wearing a hat grabbed the skateboard.
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The officer tried to do skateboarding skills several times before resigning. The other two officers jumped for a while.
When the officer left, the two stayed.
A man grabbed the hammer on the table and walked to the skateboard. He pedaled twice with his feet until it seemed to split into two.
Another official observed and seemed to take pictures before they both quit.
Gonzalez did not name the alleged officer in the statement, but said one had served for five years and the other had six years.
“Accountability is essential and I will continue to make sure my officers meet the standards that our community expects,” he said.
According to Railsback, officers will continue on duty as internal investigations move forward.
He said once it is done, the police chief will receive any advice and determine what to do.
Railsback said the day after the incident on January 21, the homeowner filed a complaint with the police department. ABC 7 TV Report The skateboarder believes he is the target of the Riverside Police.
Railsback said the House already had problems with “public safety” and “quality of life” that affected neighbors. He said Riverside City’s statute enforcement has been involved and seeks help from the police department.
