Criminal Justice | West Chester PA NAACP

Justice and Policing Reform

The NAACP is calling for Deliberate and Intentional Criminal Justice Reform that ensures the protection of Black lives. We advocate for smarter, results-based criminal justice policies to keep our communities safe, including treatment for addiction and mental health problems, judicial discretion in sentencing, and an end to racial disparities at all levels of the system.

NAACP BLAST AUTHORITIES LACK OF RESPONSE IN UNTIMELY DEATH OF QUAWAN “BOBBY” CHARLES

As more information about this case continues to unravel, we expect and demand that the family is presented with nothing less than justice from those entrusted with managing this case.

Our hearts go out to those affected by this tragic loss. We stand in solidarity with the family and those seeking justice for Quawan and will remain vigilant to ensure the truth is reached.

New Chief of Police Appointed in West Goshen Township

West Goshen Township announces the new appointed of Michael P. Carroll to Chief of Police. He will assume all duties on January 4th, 2021 following the retirement of the current Chief, Joseph J. Gleason. During his 24 years at the West Goshen Police, Lt. Carroll has served in Patrol, Detectives and Administrative Divisions, holding the ranks of Sergeant, Detective Sergeant and most recently, Lieutenant.

Chester County Law Enforcement Task Force on Race & Justice

The mission of the Chester County Law Enforcement Task Force on Race & Justice is to improve the relationship between communities of color and law enforcement. Representing a cross-section of the county, task force members include police chiefs, rank-and-file police officers, community leaders, residents of color, the NAACP, social workers, and representatives from the District Attorney’s Office.

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H.R. 7120

The US House of Representatives passed the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act to address the systemic racism and police brutality that have led to the murder of far too many Black people in America. Learn more about the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and and sign on as citizen cosponsors. Add your voices to this important national discussion.