The shooting death of Jeremy McDole has revealed that the ability for officers to use lethal force only requires the belief that it is necessary to protect others.
In a 31 page report issued by the state Attorney General’s office on its decision not to prosecute it said that only a belief was necessary whether it was reasonable or unreasonable.
The Wilmington News Journal reports that Attorney General Matt Denn has asked for major reforms of the training for officers in the Wilmington Police Department.
The paper adds it is not clear if Wilmington officials will take his advice.
Denn’s report did recommend that Corporal Joseph Dellose who was involved in the McDole shooting should not be allowed to carry a gun.
The paper notes that Delaware is not in line with other states when it comes to the use of lethal force by law enforcement.
