Floyd Mitchell Appointed as Oakland's New Police Chief

Mayor Sheng Thao introduces Floyd Mitchell, emphasizing his commitment to community policing and public safety amidst concerns over crime rates.

Floyd Mitchell, with a background as police chief in Lubbock, Texas, and Temple, Texas, officially introduced as Oakland’s new police chief.
Mayor Sheng Thao highlights Mitchell's leadership qualities, including integrity, accountability, and a focus on driving down crime.
Mitchell emphasizes the importance of strong community-police relationships and promises to address Oakland's public safety challenges.
The new police chief acknowledges past issues with the 911 system in Lubbock and commits to learning from those experiences for Oakland.
Mitchell's appointment follows a turbulent year for the Oakland Police Department, including the controversial firing of the previous chief.