Austin police chief addresses staffing emergency

In an interview, interim Austin Police Chief Robin Henderson called the department's staffing shortages a "legitimate crisis," with APD nearly 500 officers short, while also addressing recent protests, ongoing contract negotiations, and encouraging the public to learn more about the department.
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