Starbucks "stands firmly against discrimination or racial profiling," CEO Kevin Johnson said in a statement. He said he wants to meet with the men to offer a "face-to-face apology." Police Commissioner Richard Ross said Starbucks employees called 911 to say the men were trespassing. Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson said the company's practices and training led to a 'bad outcome,' and the reason for the call that brought police into the shop was incorrect. Johnson said videos of the arrest were "very hard to watch," and the company was investigating.

Source: CBC News April 15, 2018 19:30 UTC