Musselman said his department took those protests as an opportunity to meet with residents and create a dialogue. This type of dialogue is important even if they might not always agree, Musselman said. Musselman said he believes the department has been justified in using deadly force when that has occurred. “Our officers have been justified when they have used deadly force, the same way citizens would be justified when they have to use deadly force,” Musselman said. He also said that he believes law enforcement is lucky to have support from the community, despite some calls for defunding.

Source: Daily Sun January 10, 2021 11:26 UTC