January 8, 2020

FOP President Speaks Out On Indy's Electronic Monitoring System


Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police President Rick Snyder speaks to media during a press conference on Jan. 2, 2020. - Jill Sheridan/WFYI

Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police President Rick Snyder speaks to media during a press conference on Jan. 2, 2020.

Jill Sheridan/WFYI

Marion County has a high number of people monitored electronically through the criminal justice system. Indianapolis Fraternal Order of Police President Rick Snyder says the practice increases crime in the city.

WFYI’s Jill Sheridan sat down with Synder and talked about how the issue is rooted in jail overcrowding and stems from recent statewide criminal code reform that aimed to move more prisoners to county jails.

Support independent journalism today. You rely on WFYI to stay informed, and we depend on you to make our work possible. Donate to power our nonprofit reporting today. Give now.

 

Related News

More than $12 million acquired for Indianapolis affordable housing programs
Sober Ride Indiana offers discounted Uber and Lyft rides during July 4 holiday weekend
Interview: Local political strategist talks about standing up for women and misconduct inside the Democratic party