Statement By Attorney General Schneiderman On The Decision By A Grand Jury Not To Bring An Indictment In The Death Of Eric Garner

NEW YORK – Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman today issued the following statement on the decision by a grand jury in Staten Island to not issue an indictment in the death of Eric Garner:

“My heart and prayers go out to the Garner family. I understand and respect the anger and frustration that many are feeling right now, but I join Mayor de Blasio and the Garner family in calling for a peaceful response from anyone who may choose to exercise their right to protest. As New Yorkers, we have a proud history of respectful and peaceful protests. Continuing that leadership is critical to moving forward together toward meaningful reform.”