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Addressing concerns about racial dynamics, Sherlock emphasizes that his departmental experience was not clouded by racial bias. Contrary to popular media narratives, he states that officers typically responded based on incident specifics rather than race, and neighborhoods—regardless of racial composition—generally support police efforts. He recounts instances in heavily Black neighborhoods like Inglewood where residents willingly cooperated with investigations, providing valuable information without fear of retaliation.