A Detroit police officer who officials say posted racially insensitive comments on Snapchat about a woman whose vehicle was being impounded has been fired, according to the city's police chief
A Detroit police officer who officials say posted racially insensitive comments on Snapchat about a woman whose vehicle was being impounded has been fired, according to the city's police chief.
Chief James Craig said Wednesday that 24 allegations were brought against Officer Gary Steele, 11 of which were sustained. "Former police officer Steele has lost the trust of those he served," the chief said.The allegations that were sustained fell into three areas: the social media post incident, the improper characterization of a community member, and Steele knowingly making false statements during investigation interviews, Craig said. CNN has reached out to Steele without success.
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