'I'm sorry we didn't protect you, son' – former mayor apologises to family of man who died after being restrained by police officers
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Former mayor Sandra Samuels apologizes to the family of Clinton McCurbin, who died in a Wolverhampton shop after being restrained by police officers in 1987. McCurbin's death resulted in demonstrations and disorder. Samuels apologizes for not having strong enough policies to control violent behavior and racism within institutions and the police force. She acknowledges that racism and excessive violent behavior towards black men and women have plagued society for many years.
#Apology #PoliceRestraint #Racism #Violence #Wolverhampton
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