Rochester Man’s Death Renews Calls For Mental Health Aid in Policing

The video discusses the arrest and death of Daniel Prude, highlighting the graphic footage of his arrest by Rochester police. It raises concerns about police handling of mental health crises, as Prude had a history of mental illness. The video emphasizes the need for medical professionals to respond to such situations instead of law enforcement. It also discusses systemic issues in the criminal justice system and suggests moving towards a medical response model for mental health crises.

What were the demands of the community following the release of the video?

What changes are suggested to improve the response to mental health calls?