National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) Condemns Violence Against Police Officers
Alexandria, VA. - September 18, 2020 - The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) is grieved by the recent violence against law enforcement officers across the country, including the shooting of two Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputies and the attempted shooting of two Arizona Department of Public Safety troopers. Additionally, we were just made aware of the tragic June shooting of two Tulsa Police Department officers, leaving one dead.
"These courageous officers were simply doing their jobs in answering the call to protect and serve...when they were senselessly attacked. These unfortunate incidents reinforce the need to address the ongoing gun violence that plagues our communities. NOBLE remains committed to reducing gun violence in our communities by pushing legislation and advocating for new gun laws," said NOBLE National President Lynda R. Williams.
We condemn any type of violence toward the selfless brave men and women who serve as guardians in our communities. These shootings are unacceptable and horrifying and the perpetrators must be brought to justice. "Everyone in our community has a right to be safe and everyone deserves justice. Black, white, brown and blue; these officers deserve justice, as well." said Williams. Our thoughts and prayers remain with our law enforcement brethren who continually put their lives on the line, daily.
About the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives
Since 1976, The National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) has served as the conscience of law enforcement by being committed to justice by action. NOBLE represents over 3,000 members internationally, who are primarily African American chief executive officers of law enforcement agencies at federal, state, county and municipal levels, other law enforcement administrators, and criminal justice practitioners. For more information, visit www.NOBLENational.org.
