A one-year-old child, Kohen Wiley, was shot and killed, and the response from the police department has been absolutely appalling. Instead of addressing this tragedy with the seriousness it deserves, they have chosen to defend a corporation—Walmart—by stationing officers there to stand against protesters demanding justice. It's outrageous and deeply disturbing to see our tax dollars being used in this way. This is why the call to defund the police is more relevant now than ever.

The community has every right to protest, especially when an innocent child's life has been taken. Yet, these officers—the very individuals who are supposed to serve and protect us—chose to shield a corporation instead of facing the true issue at hand: holding their colleague accountable for this senseless act. How are we to trust the police when their actions demonstrate more concern for corporate interests than for the life of a child?

We must demand transparency and accountability from our city officials in handling this case. There needs to be an independent investigation into the actions of the police officer responsible for shooting Kohen Wiley, and clear disciplinary measures must be taken. This is not just about one incident; it represents a systemic issue within law enforcement that prioritizes power and protection over human life.

We urge local authorities to listen to the community and make concrete changes to ensure that law enforcement agencies are truly serving the people. We need to address the systemic failures that led to this tragedy and ensure such incidents do not happen again. Stand with us in demanding justice for Kohen Wiley and help create a safer, more accountable community.

Sign this petition to hold the police department responsible and to advocate for lasting reform.