Last Monday, Eddie Irizarry was tragically killed by Philadelphia Police Department Officer Mark Dial in an incident which has raised many questions and concerns from the community. This incident has been particularly troubling due to the incorrect information that was initially reported by PPD.

The Citizens Police Oversight Commission has been actively monitoring the investigation currently being conducted by the Philadelphia Police Department. Based on information we have reviewed, we have recommended that PPD terminate Officer Dial.

This agency was created for moments such as this. It is our responsibility to hold our police department accountable and also amplify the voices of the community. We invite all concerned community members to join us for a Virtual Public Meeting tomorrow night, Wednesday, August 23^rd at 6:00 PM on Zoom.

The Zoom link is listed here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81091074567?pwd=NGFBOHJ2RHdCZmJDeTVvaS9VbUpiZz09