Resident Challenges NTPD Chief Hearn to Hire Officers of Color

Newtown Township resident Frank McCarron made a case for increased diversity among Newtown Township's police officers. Currently, all 29 or so officers are white. Mr. McCarron suggested that all 3 officers that are planned to be hired in 2021 be officers of color. This audio clip from the January 13, 2021, NT Board of Supervisors meeting includes his comments and Chief John Hearn's response when asked by Supervisor David Oxley to respond. Should Newtown Police Department Hire Qualified Officers of Color? TAKE THE SURVEY: https://bit.ly/NTPDdiversitySvy