Report Back on Open Copwatch Shift in the Mission Sf 8/19/10

Our Copwatch shift went well both in participation and in outreach. We started with a quick know your rights discussion and question and answer session for copwatchers.

Then, we went on foot up and down mission street. People were very receptive and excited to see us out on the corners with them. We spoke with many youngsters who told us they were constantly being harassed by the police in their neighborhoods. We exchanged contact info and will follow up with them to develop working relationships around copwatching and even hip hop music!

As far as police interaction. We filmed one particular traffic stop where at the end we tried to get their badge numbers, but the request was ignored and they drove away.
(You Can Watch the Video Here)
We will continue to organize bi monthly shifts in San Francisco and Oakland so check this site for upcoming shifts.