Articles tagged as: crime reduction
February 16, 2022
Community input missing in proposed Marion County crime reduction program, say Indy lawmakers
A senate bill that would create a crime reduction pilot program in Indianapolis advanced, but it was met with some opposition.
Read MoreJanuary 31, 2022
Law enforcement, community work to solve more homicides
As a new year begins, community members and law enforcement say more work needs to be done to prevent another record-breaking year.
Read MoreDecember 16, 2021
Indiana Republican senators unveil package of bills aimed at crime reduction
A group of Republican senators from Marion County unveiled a package of bills Thursday that seeks to address what they view as a worrying trend of violent crimes. The number of violent crimes in Marion County has gone down each of the last four years.
Read MoreNovember 8, 2021
Indianapolis community violence reduction director resigns
Shonna Majors, the city’s community violence reduction director, has resigned from her role, the Office of Public Health and Safety confirmed Monday.
Read MoreAugust 5, 2021
Public Safety Leaders Say Better Data, Focus On Mental Health Are Key to Reducing Violence
Indianapolis public safety officials gave an update Thursday on efforts to decrease violent crime. The presentation was ahead of next week’s city budget announcement.
Read MoreJune 14, 2021
Mobile App Aims to Better Connect IMPD and Community
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and a social change organization have partnered to roll out a mobile app to connect the community and law enforcement.
Read MoreNovember 6, 2017
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions Meets With Indy Anti-Violence Group
During his remarks Sessions announced the creation of a Violent Crime Reduction Coordinating Committee, meant to help coordinate anti-crime efforts in the Department of Justice.
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