SFPD
Coverage of SFPD in the Nexus archive.
- Accused of sex crimes, Gerold turned to lawsuits and legal threats
Michael 'Mickey' Gerold, accused of sex crimes, has used legal tactics like restraining orders and subpoenas against his accusers while the SFPD investigation continues.
- SF Supervisors call for hearing after Standard rape-kit investigation
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors is demanding answers from the SFPD regarding the city’s handling of sexual assault cases following a rape-kit investigation. They have called for a hearing to address concerns about the investigation’s management.
- SFPD promised transparency on rape kits. It waited 10 years
A 2016 mandate required the SFPD to publicly report on all rape kit cases. The department delayed compliance until The Standard investigated.
- SFPD faces fresh round of questions on Pride weekend arrests
Supervisor Fielder has sent a second inquiry to SFPD seeking information about 26 arrests made during Pride weekend. The SFPD is under scrutiny for these recent arrests.
- Supervisor presses SFPD on Pride weekend arrests, cites ‘horrifying overreaction’
Supervisor Jackie Fielder requested details about SFPD officers' actions during the Trans March and Stud Ally party following Pride weekend arrests. Fielder described the police response as a 'horrifying overreaction' to the events.
- SF's Trans March leaders bring demands to City Hall after arrests and clash with SFPD
Organizers of San Francisco's Trans March met with Mayor Daniel Lurie after the June 26 event ended with arrests and a clash with police.
- 2 hospitalized after shooting in SF's Mission Bay neighborhood
Two men were hospitalized after a shooting in San Francisco's Mission Bay neighborhood on Tuesday night. They were taken to a trauma center with possible gunshot wounds, and no arrests have been made.
- SFPD and Sheriff execute search on Wiese Street
SFPD and Sheriff executed a search on Wiese Street, resulting in the detention of up to seven men.
- Federal agencies ‘improperly’ accessed S.F. license-plate surveillance data, audit finds
Federal agencies improperly accessed San Francisco's license-plate surveillance data collected via the Flock system, according to an audit. The audit found these accesses were illegal searches of data gathered by the SFPD.
- Theft suspect dead, two SFPD officers injured after Nob Hill foot chase
A theft suspect died and two SFPD officers were injured after a foot chase in Nob Hill. The officers were struck by a car during the pursuit.
- Legislation could authorize SFPD officers to fine people for illegal fireworks
Proposed legislation in San Francisco could allow police officers to issue fines for illegal fireworks. A first offense would result in an infraction with a $125 to $250 fine, while a second offense within five years would be classified as a misdemeanor.
- SFPD, robbery suspects exchange gunfire — cop and suspect both shot
SFPD and robbery suspects exchanged gunfire, resulting in a police officer and a suspect being shot. ShotSpotter data indicates 19 shots were fired, and both individuals were hospitalized with serious injuries.
- At city hearing, SoMa residents press SFPD on slow response times in neighborhood
SoMa residents are pressing SFPD at a city hearing about slow response times in the neighborhood. Police officials state Southern Station now has more officers but will also face increased workload.