defund the long beach police

THE LONG BEACH COMMUNITY DEMANDS A DIVESTMENT FROM LBPD AND A REINVESTMENT IN BIPOC COMMUNITIES

CALLS TO ACTION

“As guardians of this community, our goal is to provide a safe city for all people.”

LBPD CHIEF ROBERT LUNA, LONG BEACH POST, 6/8/20
PHOTO BY RICHARD GRANT

“I Believe that we all owe our officers a huge debt of gratitude. Who came to work—they didn’t hesitate to get on the front lines—and took abuse like you would not believe.”

LBPD CHIEF ROBERT LUNA, LONG BEACH CITY COUNCIL MEETING, 6/9/20

“I couldn’t have been more proud about the way our officers responded.”

LBPD CHIEF ROBERT LUNA, LONG BEACH CITY COUNCIL MEETING, 6/9/20
PHOTO BY RICHARD GRANT

“Policing today is one of America’s toughest jobs. However, our employees are committed to serving our community with integrity and a respect for all.”

LBPD CHIEF ROBERT LUNA, LONG BEACH POST, 6/8/20

“So as we talk about our police officers—the defenders of our community—I hope we don’t forget the job they’ve done this last week.”

LBPD CHIEF ROBERT LUNA, LONG BEACH CITY COUNCIL MEETING, 6/9/20