
Statement by City of Bryan on July 4 Incident
The City of Bryan is aware an incident occurred over the July 4 weekend involving the Bryan Police Department.
The City of Bryan is aware an incident occurred over the July 4 weekend involving the Bryan Police Department. While officers were serving an active arrest warrant for his brother, they detained Marcellious McGee. Once the officers determined Mr. McGee was not the suspect, he was released at the scene.
We appreciate the McGee family’s response at the scene to attempt to assist the officers’ efforts to de-escalate and resolve the situation. We also recognize the family’s frustration at the scene.
As with incidents of this nature, an internal review will be conducted. In an effort to ensure thoroughness and a complete gathering of facts, an internal review of this nature can take up to four weeks or more.
The Bryan Police Department is committed to providing superior police services to the public in order to protect life, property, and freedoms secured by the Constitution. The men and women of the Department strive to perform in an exemplary manner at all times, and an utmost priority is treating individuals with dignity and respect.
Once the internal review is complete, the findings of the review will be reported to Mr. McGee. We appreciate the McGee family’s understanding as we complete the review.