Houston police officer caught on video using racial slur; department investigating
Written by Site Hub on April 23, 2026
A Houston police officer is under investigation after video obtained by a local news outlet allegedly shows Officer Ashley Gonzalez repeatedly using a racial slur to describe Black people and stating that she used the same word toward someone she was taking into custody. The Houston Police Department confirmed it is investigating the footage. The video has circulated widely online, prompting calls from community members and civil rights organizations for accountability and disciplinary action. The department has not disclosed whether the officer has been placed on administrative leave. The incident comes at a time of heightened national scrutiny over policing practices and racial bias in law enforcement. Houston officials have not yet made a public statement beyond confirming the investigation.
Source: BET News Published: April 21, 2026
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