North Austin News

The Austin Police Department's Chief, Lisa Davis, has addressed the community following the sentencing of Officer Christopher Taylor. Chief Davis expressed her sorrow over the impact of this tragic event on both the community and the police department.

Chief Davis emphasized her responsibility to lead the department forward by examining and addressing the issues that contributed to this incident. She highlighted the ongoing efforts of the Austin Police Department to reassess its training and practices in order to provide top-tier service to the community.

In her statement, Chief Davis acknowledged the talent and dedication within the department, expressing pride in leading a team committed to serving and protecting Austin residents. Her primary focus as Chief is building trust with both the community and officers through transparency, accountability, and action.

Under her leadership, she plans to prioritize human life, officer safety, and wellness in all training, policies, and procedures. She stressed that constitutional policing, police legitimacy, and procedural justice will form the foundation of their practices.

Chief Davis also called for strong leadership support from city officials to ensure officers receive necessary resources for effective service. She concluded by affirming that preventing future tragedies requires ensuring officers are healthy, well-trained, and confident in their duties.