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Protesters Seek Removal of San Francisco Police Chief

Activists seeking the removal of San Francisco’s police chief marched on City Hall on Tuesday, May 3. The protest was connected to the hunger strike by five activists who have become known as the Frisco Five. The group has demanded that Police Chief Greg Suhr resign or Mayor Ed Lee fire him. The hunger strike, which is taking place outside the Mission Police Station, entered its 13th day on Tuesday.

Activists want change in how the police use force, especially against communities of color. The death of Mario Woods last year, in part, sparked protests and other initiatives seeking change inside the police department.

Local reports said many politicians support the Frisco Five and their efforts, but they do not support firing Suhr. Lee also attempted to meet with the Frisco Five on Monday, but the group refused to see him, calling it an ambush, reports said. Credit: Instagram/pawshbb