Police Chief Pledges Accountability In Wake of Floyd Death

MOORESVILLE, NC — Police officers in Mooresville hold themselves accountable to the highest of standards, Police Chief Ron Campurciani said in an open letter to the community released Tuesday. The message comes in the wake of widespread national outcry following the death of Minnesotan George Floyd killed by police during an arrest.

"Unfortunately, the actions of a few officers have broken the public trust for many in law enforcement," he said.

Floyd, 46, died Monday after being stopped by Minneapolis police investigating a reported forgery. Video from the scene showed former police officer Derek Chauvin kneeling on a handcuffed Floyd's neck as Floyd cried out, saying he couldn't breathe.

Floyd's death has sparked days of protesting and street violence in every major city in the country, including many in North Carolina.

In the letter also signed by Mooresville Mayor Mile Atkins and Town Manager Randy Hemann, Campurciani said the town fully supported the termination of the officers involved in the incident.

"In Mooresville, our law enforcement officers take an oath to protect and service all members of their community," he said. "The Mooresville Police Department is committed to uphold that oath in manner that adheres to a standard of fair treatment, with dignity and respect to all we encounter while fulfilling that oath."

Text of the full letter may be read here:

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