Milwaukee’s Common Council delayed a Tuesday vote on Fire and Police Commission recommendations that would change the city’s pursuit policy.
Alders say the delay followed a last-minute change after the city attorney asked for more time to review how the recommended policy changes are written.
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If approved by two-thirds of the council, the recommendations would prohibit police from pursuing a vehicle after an attempted traffic stop if reckless driving is observed. Officers would also be required to terminate a chase if it increases the danger to the public…