FULLERTON, California (AP) — A U.S. city has approved the hiring of a law enforcement consultant to investigate the death of a mentally ill homeless man after a violent confrontation with police that sparked outrage and protests by residents.
The Fullerton City Council on Tuesday agreed to sign two contracts with Michael Gennaco to probe the death of 37-year-old Kelly Thomas and conduct a top-to-bottom review of department policies and procedures. Gennaco specializes in examining law enforcement agencies and is chief attorney for the Los Angeles County Office of Independent Review, a civilian oversight body that monitors that county's sheriff's department.
Councilman Bruce …
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