Chief Floyd Mitchell stated, "We are working hard as a police department to reduce the crime and we are seeing a reduction in total crimes across the city." He mentioned a 12% decrease in violent crimes and 32% decrease in overall crime compared to last year, asserting their efforts are yielding positive results but emphasizing that more work remains.
Deputy Chief Fred Shavies confirmed the arrests in separate fatal shootings: "Josiah Dempsey was apprehended concerning the July 1 murder of Devonya Thurston; Kiara Smith was arrested in connection with the July 5 shooting of Domaquie Robinson, and another individual linked to the May 22 death of Bre'elle Vercher was also arrested." This showcases the department's proactive stance on addressing crime.
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