BALTIMORE POLICE DEPARTMENT

PUBLIC AFFAIRS SECTION

Anthony W. Batts POLICE COMMISSIONER

Anthony J. Guglielmi DIRECTOR

Statement from the Police Commissioner

Statement Regarding the Indictment of Officer William Kern BALTIMORE, MD / March 27, 2013 - This indictment moves us one step forward in this painful but necessary process. As Police Officer Trainee Gray and his family continue along the path of healing; so too, do the officers and trainees of the Baltimore Police Department. We continue to cooperate with all outside agencies involved in this extensive investigation. Meanwhile, as we come to grips with this terrible incident, our own comprehensive evaluation of our policies and procedures and internal investigations are ongoing. When we fall short, we will not only hold ourselves accountable; but will take the necessary time, care and caution required to restore the publics confidence in our department.

For more information, contact Baltimore Police Public Affairs Section at (410)-396-2012.

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