Police Disciplinary Action in Damar Fields Incident
Peekskill
Summary
Sixty-eight days after the December 3 incident, residents demanded updates on the internal investigation, accountability for a second officer on the video, release of body camera footage, and whether Officer Reg is on desk duty. The city manager said only that the matter remains under investigation.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Apr 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
The city could face added costs for investigations, legal review, or litigation, though the exact price tag isn’t known yet.
Residents seeking police accountability and rebuilt trust between the community and the police department.
Mr. Fields and his family await resolution; young residents of color describe eroded trust in policing.
Mentions & discussions (6)
Work Session Meeting - Apr 13, 2026
A resident asked how the city will repair the public damage done to Damar Fields after charges against him were dropped. The mayor said police are going through the process and the city is committed to safety and respect.
Work Session and Common Council Meeting - Mar 9, 2026
Residents called on the council to publicly support Chief Renwick's suspension of two officers and to counter what they called misleading statements from the PBA. The city attorney said the council legally can't speak while a disciplinary hearing is pending.
Work Session and Common Council Meeting - Feb 23, 2026
The police department filed disciplinary charges against two officers connected to the Damar Fields incident; both are on unpaid suspension pending the internal investigation.
Work Session and Common Council Meeting - Feb 9, 2026
Sixty-eight days after the December 3 incident, residents demanded updates on the internal investigation, accountability for a second officer on the video, release of body camera footage, and whether Officer Reg is on desk duty. The city manager said only that the matter remains under investigation.
Work Session and Common Council Meeting - Jan 12, 2026
Speaker after speaker demanded accountability for the beating of Damar Fields by police. Chief Renwick said the investigation remains open and pledged a thorough process with proper accountability.
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