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Gov. endorses tests for cops involved in shootings

Gov. David A. Paterson met Thursday with Sean Bell's family at his office in Manhattan, where he endorsed a proposal to test officers involved in shootings for alcohol or drugs. The reform has been sought by activists after Bell's 50-shot slaying in 2006.

After speaking with Bell's fiancee, Nicole Paultre Bell, and with Bell's parents, William and Valerie Bell, at his side, Paterson commended...

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