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The commission found that the Worcester Police Department’s K-9 policy addresses many recommendations but still lacks data collection and analysis on race, other demographics, and deployment context. Recommendations will be communicated to the department, and the chair will discuss a planned K-9 use-of-force form with the police chief.
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The commission reviewed how Worcester Police Department K-9 units are used and identified remaining gaps in tracking who is affected and why deployments occur. It also received information about immigrant rights, family safety planning, and legal resources related to Immigration and Customs Enforcement activity. Commissioners unanimously approved the June 2025 minutes and recognized September as Worcester Pride Month.
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