Seattle Police Officer Fired Over Racist, Sexist Slurs

Officer Burton Hill's termination follows an off-duty altercation with his Chinese American neighbor, revealing deep-seated issues within the department.

• Hill's firing was recommended by the Office of Police Accountability after a recorded incident in 2022.
• The altercation involved Hill's neighbor, Zhen Jin, and centered on the disposal of dog bones.
• Former Police Chief Adrian Diaz, who fired Hill, was later removed amid allegations of discrimination within the force.
• The incident has highlighted ongoing concerns about bias and professionalism in the Seattle Police Department.
• Community leaders have praised Jin for her courage in filing the complaint.

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