Rochester Chief, Top Deputy Retire Amid Uproar Over Daniel Prude Death

Senior commanders in Rochester have announced their retirements amid protests following the release of a video showing Daniel Prude's death. Prude died after police put a hood over his head and pinned him to the ground. His family accused the police of a cover-up, leading to calls for the police chief's resignation. Chief Loren Singletary announced his resignation, stating his handling of the case was mischaracterized. Deputy Chief Joseph Morabito and the entire command staff also announced their retirements.

What event triggered the retirements of senior commanders in the Rochester Police Department?

• A protest against police brutality

• A change in city leadership

• A new police policy

• The release of a video showing a man's death

What was the reason given for placing a hood over Daniel Prude's head?

• To restrain him

• To protect him from the cold

• To calm him down

• To prevent him from spitting

How did Daniel Prude's family respond to his death?

• They held a press conference

• They filed a lawsuit against the city

• They accused the police of a cover-up

• They accepted the police's explanation

What was Chief Loren Singletary's reaction to the handling of Daniel Prude's death?

• He resigned from his position

• He apologized to the family

• He denied any wrongdoing

• He called for an internal investigation

What did Mayor Lovely Warren say about the police chief's resignation?

• She was surprised by it

• She requested it

• She did not seek it

• She supported it