Press Releases
Dingell Statement on Washtenaw County Deputy Punching Woman
Washington,
May 27, 2020
YPSILANTI TOWNSHIP, MI – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D-MI) issued the following statement after a Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Deputy used excessive force against a woman in Ypsilanti Township, MI: “The Washtenaw community is hurting. The incident that occurred this week causes all of us to search our conscience. Brutality by anyone is never ok and whenever we witness violence captured on video it is deeply disturbing. Sheriff Clayton is committed to a complete and thorough investigation of all the facts and he more than many understands how important and complicated these issues are. There are many committed law enforcement members who work hard every day and put their lives on the line for us. We must get the facts, the process must be transparent and the appropriate people held accountable. But no matter the outcome, this incident is a very serious setback for this community. Community is strong when there is trust and respect for everyone, and that is now seriously undermined. We will all need to work together to rebuild respect, trust and strength among us. This is very serious challenge and will require much work by all citizens.” ### |