CHP surge will add law enforcement muscle in crime-plagued San Bernardino
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According to the California Highway Patrol, the partnership with the San Bernardino Police Department aims to target issues like stolen vehicles and street gangs, strengthening community safety.
With a violent crime rate of 1,059 per 100,000 residents, San Bernardino's rates are significantly higher than the California average of 511, highlighting the city's serious crime challenges.
Despite the alarming statistics, San Bernardino has seen improvements, with violent crime rates decreasing by 11% and homicides by 50% in 2023 according to local police data.
CHP Commissioner Sean Duryee emphasized the importance of collaboration, stating that sharing resources and expertise is key to the ongoing effort to enhance public safety.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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