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Panthers cut ties with security firm after CEO's 'insensitive and racist' comments after George Floyd's death

The Carolina Panthers cut ties with a local security company on Saturday after its CEO’s “insensitive and racist” comments in the wake of George Floyd’s death and the massive protests that have followed.

CPI Security, according to the Charlotte Observer, was one of the Panthers’ closest local partners for many years.

Last Saturday, we said we are committed to doing our part and we mean it.

CPI Security has been a long term partner but, upon reflection, we feel that it is right to end our relationship.

We have informed Mr.