The Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards has released its report with recommendations to improve trust in law enforcement in Michigan.
The report states recruits, and police officers, should have more one-on-one interactions with people of different backgrounds - and they should receive more training on mental health issues, de-escalating conflicts, and being aware of unconscious bias.
The report notes that's especially important in certain communities in Michigan where trust has broken down between minorities and the police.
The report also calls for more funding to pay for recruits to attend police academies. That would likely encourage more minorities to apply, which could increase diversity in the ranks of the police.
Copyright 2017 Michigan Radio