Seattle Officer Fired for Racist Remarks

Seattle police officer Burton Hill was terminated for directing racist and sexist slurs at his Chinese American neighbor off duty, leading to his firing in May. The Seattle Office of Police Accountability recommended disciplinary actions, culminating in Chief Adrian Diaz's decision to terminate him, showcasing the department's zero-tolerance for discrimination. The incident, sparked by a dispute over dog bones, was captured in audio by the Chinese Information and Service Center, revealing derogatory language and bias-based policing. In a similar vein, a Calgary officer, Gareth Clarke, accused the Calgary Police Service of covering up racist behavior by a colleague, highlighting issues of credibility and accountability within the police force.