PHOENIX – Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams on Friday joined a group of about 1,000 peaceful protesters marching in downtown Phoenix.
Tonight I chose to walk and talk with peaceful demonstrators. They invited me to be with them as part of our ongoing meetings to find viable solutions to their genuine concerns. I’m confident our community can come together and be stronger. https://t.co/jDtuA3r447 pic.twitter.com/obL1ws4zoO
— Chief Jeri Williams, Phoenix Police (@PhxPDChief) June 6, 2020
The Chief called on protesters to work with the police on the desired changes.
“We hear you. We can’t do this alone. We’ve got to do this together. If walking out in 106 degrees with y’all means we are going to work together, then are we going to work together. We’re going to work together to make change. We’re going to work together on the killings,” but said Williams, “I’m going to need you guys to give us some time.”
The crowd began clearing the area prior to the 8:00 p.m. curfew imposed by Governor Doug Ducey.