Eric Umansky

Eric Umansky, an investigative reporter at ProPublica specializing in police reform, delves into the unfulfilled potential of police body cameras. He highlights the initial optimism surrounding these devices, particularly after tragic events like the case of Tyree Nichols. Umansky critiques the reality of their implementation, discussing challenges in New York City and contrasting footage control practices between cities like New York and Chicago. The conversation raises critical questions about transparency, accountability, and the real impact of technology on policing.

Eric Umansky, a ProPublica reporter specializing in NYPD accountability, dives into the challenges facing the Civilian Complaint Review Board. He discusses the historical roots of the CCRB, shaped by community activism, and details the ongoing struggle for police accountability amidst significant systemic hurdles. Umansky highlights troubling instances of police misconduct, like a family's Halloween ordeal, and examines the impact of the repeal of statute 50A, which allows public access to officer misconduct records, shedding light on the need for reform.