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Police commission honors civilian who subdued street assailant; victim recognized
Summary
The San Francisco Police Commission honored Aaron Michael Bergman for intervening in a violent robbery and recognized victim Diane Cluse for cooperating with prosecution. The commission presented certificates and invited both to speak.
The San Francisco Police Commission on Oct. 17 recognized Aaron Michael Bergman for intervening to stop a brutal street robbery and thanked the victim, Diane Cluse, for continuing with prosecution. Captain Dan McDonough and Lieutenant Jim Spillane described how Bergman forced a suspect to the ground and held him until officers arrived.
At the podium, Bergman said he appreciated being recognized and downplayed heroic language: “Most people would have reacted the same way.” Cluse told the commission she was grateful and moved that the department publicly honor Bergman.
Commissioners praised both the civilian27s actions and Cluse27s willingness to participate in the criminal process. No formal action beyond the recognition was recorded; the presentation concluded before the public-comment period began.
