William Toomey

Rule Changes

Presenting SFPD reform plan

San Francisco police leaders promised to overhaul rape investigations at an Oct. 8 City Hall hearing, after reporting showed the department cleared 14% of rape cases in 2025, half the national average. Chief Derrick Lew and Special Victims Unit Captain William Toomey agreed to require checklists before a case is shelved, monthly supervisor reviews and annual audits.

Updated Oct 30