The US Justice Department has announced an agreement with the Antioch, California, police department, resolving an investigation into racist text messages allegedly sent and received by some of its officers. This agreement comes after a 2023 report by the Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office revealed a series of racist text messages exchanged by Antioch officers, including the use of derogatory language and sharing offensive images.
As part of the agreement, the Antioch police department will hire a consultant to review and update its policies, procedures, and training on non-discriminatory policing and use of force. The department has committed to ensuring fair and non-discriminatory policing practices, as well as implementing systems to report and investigate misconduct.
