Page 2 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, April 23, 2021 ~ Guest Commentary ~ Police Chief Kevin Molis addresses the Malden community following the verdict in the trial for the murder of George Floyd T his (Monday) morning at 5:51 AM, sunrise occurred here. Some would call it the “dawn of a new day” as they were awakened with varying thoughts, hopes and expectations. Yesterday, most of us witnessed and welcomed the verdict in the Derek Chauvin murder trial and we heard the word “JUSTICE” used. Justice is defi ned as the proper administration of the law; the fair and equitable treatment of all individuals under the law. To those who suff er deep pain, suff ering and loss the word “JUSTICE” will always have an emptiness because of a void that cannot ever be fi lled by our laws and our courts. I am also reminded of the following quote: “Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are.” The criminal trial for the murder of George Floyd involved many witnesses. Many of us were able to watch as those witnesses testifi ed about what they saw on May 25, 2020. But, before there was a trial we were all able to witness the murANGELO’S FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $2.639 Mid Unleaded $2.739 Super $2.839 Diesel Fuel $2.819 "42 Years of Excellence!" 1978-2020 KERO $4.65 DEF $3.49 9 Diesel $2.349 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! (125—gallon minimum) DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN AVE • SAUGUS • OPEN 7 DAYS der of George Floyd with our own eyes. We all know what we saw. What we had all witnessed and we all shared our collective horror, condemnation and our outrage. We were all aff ected. In the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder, we YOUR Malden Police Department have had the privilege and opportunity to speak with many of you. We have heard and continue to hear your words of gratitude and support. We continue to protect and to serve you and we will continue to hear you and to listen to you. The members of the Malden Police Department protect and serve all members of our wonderfully diverse city each and every day. That service occurs during times of challenges, tribulations, discord and unrest. That service never stops. Woven within that service is an eager and sincere willingness to engage with the community in discussion and dialogue. The Malden Police Department will continue to advance on that journey of service and community engagement. We will continue to travel together along and across the many bridges that we have built. We pride ourselves in always being available to you. This is not only manifested in our response to your 911 calls for service, but in our hope and willingness to continue to engage in constructive, meaningful and healing dialogue that will continue to unite us as a community. Thank you and God Bless You! – Kevin Molis Malden Police Chief ~ Letter to the Editor ~ Police officers are held to the same justice as all citizens To the brave members of the Massachusetts law enforcement community: T 7/ 1 ADJUSTABLE R ATE RESIDENTIAL JUMBO MORTGAGE 2.500% 2.693% INTEREST RATE APR We want to help you make the most of your money, whether you’re looking to buy or refinance. With our jumbo mortgage, you can get a competitive rate, which may lower your monthly payment. 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They are entitled to have their side of the issue heard and considered. And all of us must respect the decisions of the court system when these fundamental rules of due process are applied. Police officers serve the American criminal justice system, sometimes at the cost of their very own lives. We should respect the verdict of the justice system in this case, and we should continue to stand for the proposition that respecting the fundamental Constitutional rights of all persons of committing an offense, even when that person is a police offi cer, is no obstacle to the attaining of justice. In fact, it is the very foundation upon which justice can be obtained. To all the offi cers who continue to defend us with quiet dignity, there are those of us who proclaim loudly our appreciation for the acts of service you perform as part of your daily routine. Even when some protest you, you protect them. 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