Gov. Newsom Urges Oakland to Reassess Restrictive Police Chase Policy

Newsom calls for policy review, citing public safety concerns and recent observations by the California Highway Patrol.

Oakland's current policy limits police chases to violent forcible crimes and those involving firearms.
Newsom argues the policy allows criminals to evade arrest, contributing to public safety issues.
The governor's letter supports the City Council's decision to review the police pursuit policy.
California Highway Patrol's increased presence in Oakland has led to multiple arrests and recovery of stolen vehicles.
Newsom emphasizes the need to balance the risks of police pursuits with public safety benefits.