Leadership for the Covina Police department needs to be reconsidered if this is the type of conduct we appropriate from law enforcement in the community. event nonetheless during the holiday season.

I do believe he looked noticeably exhausted & stressed at this time but that does not excuse the way he acted. Police should act presentable & respectful while in uniform because they represent not only the department but the City.

This type of behavior is unacceptable. I was not breaking any laws or committing a crime. I never raised my voice or threatened him at all. I was very demure about the stress and mindful of the intensity of the recipients.

He attempted to antagonize me to do such. The Chief chose to escalate the situation rather than de-escalate. Police Officers should protect and serve all people regardless of Race, Social Class, Age, Gender, or Sexual Orientation.

Many people came over to see if I “felt safe” including children to see if I was “noticeably or physically hurt in any way”. Thankfully no bruising or blood from this altercation. I do believe his intent was to cause me serious physical harm if I would have let him.

He then said” I am the Chief of police go ahead , do you want to get arrested ?”. After alerting staff once again and getting appropriate contact info for people in charge present I left.