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Attorney General Eric Holder takes his seat as he attends the ceremonies for the Presidential Medal of Freedom, Monday, Nov. 24, 2014, in the East Room of the White House in Washington. (AP Photo/Pablo Martinez Monsivais) more >

The Justice Departments civil rights investigation in Ferguson will be thorough, Attorney General Eric Holder said Tuesday, adding that law enforcement must work to restore trust and foster understanding.

Mr. Holders comments come the day after a grand jury decided not to indict Officer Darren Wilson for the death of black teenager Michael Brown. The announcement set off a wave of protests around the country and rioting in Ferguson.

Mr. Holder said he was disappointed that some members of the community resorted to violence, and that the acts of violence threaten to drown out those that have legitimate voices.

The way weve made progress in this country is weve seen peaceful, nonviolent demonstrations, the attorney general said.

Problems of racial mistrust arent isolated to Ferguson, and Mr. Holder said the Justice Department is launching pilot programs in five cities to help build better relationships between the police forces and the communities they serve.

Department officials said they would announce the five cities within the coming days.

This isnt just about talking, Mr. Holder said of the program. We want to make sure concrete steps are taken.

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Eric Holder promises 'thorough' civil-rights probe in Ferguson