Earlier today, the office of the New York State Attorney General, Letitia James, announced that no charges would be brought against
police officers involved in the July 3, 2023, shooting of Jarell Garris in New Rochelle. The City of New Rochelle accepts her decision and remains confident of the professionalism and integrity of the men and women of its police department.

The fact that James’ office took more than a year to probe an episode that unfolded in seconds demonstrates the depth and thoroughness of the investigation. Whenever a police officer uses deadly force, no matter how straightforward or complex the episode
appears, it is a deeply traumatic event for a community such as ours, and it must be scrutinized from every possible angle, no matter how
long it takes.

The City of New Rochelle fully cooperated with the investigation and has been transparent. Numerous members of the department
were interviewed by the AG’s office, as were private citizens, and all evidence, including video, was provided to investigators.

This closes the criminal investigation of the shooting. Now the New Rochelle police department will continue its own investigation
to determine if policies and procedures were followed. The department appreciates the recommendations made by the Attorney General’s
office in its report and will give them its fullest consideration.