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Montreal police chief to meet city officials behind closed doors over racism concerns

Loonie Politics

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June 22, 2026

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MONTREAL — Montreal’s police chief will meet with city officials behind closed doors over racism allegations involving officers in the city’s Montréal-Nord borough. A spokesperson for the City of Montreal says members of the city council committee responsible for public safety will meet privately with Montreal Police Chief Fady Dagher. Elected municipal officials had originally [] The post Montreal police chief to meet city officials behind closed doors over racism concerns appeared first on Loonie Politics.

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Canada's National Observer

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· Jun 22, 2026

Montreal police chief set to meet city officials behind closed doors over racism concerns

Montreal's police chief will meet with city officials behind closed doors over racism allegations involving officers in the city's Montréal-Nord borough.

CityNews Montreal

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· Jun 22, 2026

Red Coalition invites Montrealers to share their interactions with police amid racism allegations

An anti-racism organization gave a platform to Montrealers on Monday to discuss their experiences with police officers. Community leaders, victims, residents, advocates, and members of the public were encouraged to speak at the press conference hosted by the Red Coalition. The event at the Jamaica Association of Montreal focused on the impact of racial profiling, [] The post Red Coalition invites Montrealers to share their interactions with police amid racism allegations appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Wirepoints

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· Jul 9, 2026

Advocates: Two years after Sonya Massey’s death, Illinois police struggle to implement SAFE-T Act provisions – Chicago Tribune*

The Massey Commission makes important recommendations on policing but goes much deeper by exploring the systemic racism that has for too long affected police and community relations. The commission calls for expanding safe and equitable access to social services in Sangamon County to address systemic racism and mistrust in police. ... (T)he governor’s office has already signed off on the overarching recommendation that agencies and leaders responsible for implementation meet twice a year to monitor the process.

The Guardian

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· Jun 22, 2026

Montreal mayor calls for end to random police checks amid racial profiling investigation

City’s police force faces investigation of 16 officers accused of disproportionately targeting Black and Arab residentsMontreal’s mayor has called for a halt to random police checks as the city’s police force grapples with an internal investigation into racism and racial profiling by 16 officers.Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada told reporters last week that her husband, who is Black, has been repeatedly stopped by police while driving. Continue reading...

CBC News

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· Jun 22, 2026

Live updates: Montreal police chief calls shooting a 'nightmare' after officer, civilian killed

Live updates: Montreal police chief calls shooting a 'nightmare' after officer, civilian killed

KLIF – 570AM – Dallas

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· Jul 8, 2026

Dallas Police Chief Reveals How DPD Is Flipping The Script On Crime

Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux discussed recruiting, proactive policing, downtown safety, and team culture on Let's Talk Local. | Image by DXDalla...

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Related coverage for "Montreal police chief to meet city officials behind closed doors over racism concerns": Canada's National Observer — Montreal police chief set to meet city officials behind closed doors over racism concerns. CityNews Montreal — Red Coalition invites Montrealers to share their interactions with police amid racism allegations. Wirepoints — Advocates: Two years after Sonya Massey’s death, Illinois police struggle to implement SAFE-T Act provisions – Chicago Tribune*. The Guardian — Montreal mayor calls for end to random police checks amid racial profiling investigation. CBC News — Live updates: Montreal police chief calls shooting a 'nightmare' after officer, civilian killed. KLIF – 570AM – Dallas — Dallas Police Chief Reveals How DPD Is Flipping The Script On Crime