Joining forces to uncover the truth! Mayor John Whitmire has announced the formation of an Independent Review Committee to investigate the suspended cases scandal involving the Houston Police Department.
Local NewsHouston Police Chief Troy Finner and Mayor John Whitmire meet with team reviewing more than 264,000 deactivated criminal cases on March 11, 2024.“The Independent Review Committee members represent a cross-section of the experience, credibility, and representation of individuals across the City of Houston,” said Mayor Whitmire.
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