One Brooklyn
“There is no excuse for Ms. Klein’s behavior at the Sahara Deli Market in Flatbush on Wednesday. Our community is rightfully outraged by this incident that has gone viral and brought shame to our borough. My office is seeking contact with the family of the young boy traumatized by this matter, in the hopes that we can connect them with follow-up emotional support. I am also asking the NYPD to investigate if she broke the law by impersonating a police officer. We cannot dismiss false complaint calls to the police with mere apologies, sincere or not.
“We need to be clear: There are consequences for outlandish and threatening public behavior that seeks to intimidate innocent bystanders, especially children. We live in a diverse society, and that comes with great opportunities as well as real responsibilities.
“This incident is a modern-day Emmett Till moment, though the fortunate availability of video footage in this case will hopefully ensure justice is served.”
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