Saint Paul Police Chief Tom Smith statement regarding Officer Buth apology

City of St. Paul sent this bulletin at 02/05/2013 05:51 PM CST

 

Public Information Office
Howie Padilla - Public Information Coordinator

Sgt. Paul Paulos - Public Information Officer 

(651) 755-7195
SPPD-PIO@ci.stpaul.mn.us

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

February 5, 2013

 

"I respect Officer Buth’s efforts to apologize to those who may have been offended by the recently publicized photo of him. I believe his apology is sincere and that he will work to correct any negative perceptions brought about by the image.

 

In his 13-year career with the Saint Paul Police Department, Officer Buth has been recognized by our communities for his service. We expect that he will once again draw upon those experiences as he works to rebuild their trust.

 

Officer Buth’s apology also signifies an understanding that as a Saint Paul police officer, we are responsible for our actions both while on-duty and off-duty."

 

- Saint Paul Police Chief Tom Smith