The phrase "police brass" refers to high-ranking officials or leaders within a police department. They are typically the top decision-makers and have authority over the other officers and staff. Full definition
He said the working group would include a «diverse» number of police brass, who would consult with experts including advocacy groups and defense lawyers. (nydailynews.com)
Mayor Bill de Blasio and top police brass offered details today on an NYPD retraining initiative that he has repeatedly heralded in the wake of the Eric Garner grand jury decision — but he stopped short of saying the new instruction would have prevented Garner's death. (observer.com)
Pressed recently by City Council members to explain the disparity, police brass said they were responding to where they were called.. (politico.com)