In a news release Friday, the Omaha Police Department says officers have made significant progress in the Internal Affairs investigation into the traffic stop involving Omaha boxing legend Terence “Bud” Crawford.
The officers involved have provided statements, but police have not been able to interview the four occupants of the car yet.
Three of the four occupants have been offered opportunities to interview in person, or by phone.
The fourth occupant has not been identified.
All available camera footage has been reviewed, which has assisted the Internal Affairs Unit in conducting the investigation and compiling a timeline of events.
The investigation remains ongoing, as "Bud" Crawford specifically has not yet been interviewed due to travel.
He has been offered the option to participate in an interview by phone.
In accordance with past practice and legal considerations, video related to this incident will not be released.
The video is investigatory in nature and may be required for court proceedings.
The Omaha Police Department also seeks to respect Crawford’s privacy during this process.
The release says two officers involved in this incident are Mason Gregurich and James Valencia. Gregurich has been with the department for nearly six years. Valencia for two years.
It has been determined the officers acted within departmental policy. However, the news release says the department accepts accountability and will implement measures to de-escalate this situation in the future.
(Picture from City of Omaha)