Panelist of the CIP discuss pivotal issues in police oversight at their monthly meeting at City Hall in Coconut Groove.
Members of the Community are always welcome to attend and publically comment on cases, and dealings with City of Miami Police.
The CIP is involved in every level of the community, speaking at events and community townhalls in order to maintain its vision and commitment to the community.
Miami Cops Knew Missing Man Was Dead, Didn't Tell His Family, Police Oversight Board Says
After learning her brother hadn't shown up for work at the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department for several days, Kathy Kavalin called Miami Police to report him missing. She didn't know he'd been dead for more than a week.
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Miami Cops Broke Law by Forcing Woman to Pull Down Pants in Wynwood, Panel Says
The strip search played out in broad daylight on a sidewalk near Mana Wynwood: As Wendy Matute screamed for help on the ground, two male Miami Police officers held her arms down while a female officer held her legs apart.
Read MoreMiami Police Capt. Javier Ortiz Cuts Ads for Anti-Aging Clinic With Chiropractor Tied to Political Scandal
BodyRx, an anti-aging clinic that offers testosterone and other hormone treatments, fills an unassuming office on the ground floor of a Coral Gables apartment complex.
Read MoreAfter Honking at Cop for Illegal Left Turn, Scooter Rider Gets Ticketed for Horn Usage
James “Michael” Montgomery thought he was going to get hit when a Miami cop pulled in front of his scooter at a busy intersection and tried to make a left turn, despite a sign indicating left turns weren’t allowed.
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Vision Statement: To be a model civilian oversight agency, focused on enhancing the culture of policing in the community through professionalism and police-community partnerships built on openness, equity, trust and accountability.
Mission Statement: The Civilian Investigative Panel serves the public and police by providing fair and impartial assessments regarding concerns about sworn police officers. The CIP provides a truthful balanced judgment of issues and complaints and provides a safe, open environment to express grievances, concerns and solutions. The facts are assessed by community members in order to reflect the values of the community, improve understanding and public safety.
