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Residents tell Bozeman commission beanbag rounds caused serious injuries; call for police transparency and training
Summary
Three residents urged the commission to review a recent Bozeman Police Department incident involving beanbag rounds that a commenter described as causing multiple gunshot wounds, calling for training, transparency and release of records and body-worn camera footage.
Three speakers during public comment urged the Bozeman City Commission to prioritize police training and transparency after a recent use-of-force incident downtown.
"This means that beanbags are actually deadly force, making them inappropriate as a way to distract someone," said Amy Kaye, who identified herself as a Gallatin County resident of more than 40 years. Kaye urged the commission to "prioritize the training of our police department so that the people of Bozeman can clearly make sure that the…
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